Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bar (Print Version)
Rich layers of chocolate, peanut butter, and cookies come together in this irresistible dessert bar.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
16 ounces peanut butter sandwich cookies, crushed (reserve 8 to 9 cookies for topping)
02 -
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Chocolate Layer
03 -
1.5 cups whole milk
04 -
3.9 ounces instant chocolate pudding mix
→ Peanut Butter Layer
05 -
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
06 -
0.5 cup powdered sugar
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0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
→ Topping
08 -
8 ounces whipped topping
09 -
0.5 cup milk chocolate chips
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0.5 cup peanut butter chips
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Reserved peanut butter sandwich cookies, crushed
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly coat an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
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In a small bowl, evenly combine crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies and melted butter until all crumbs are moistened.
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Firmly press the cookie mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let the crust cool completely.
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In a clean bowl, whisk together instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk using a mixer or whisk until thickened.
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Evenly cover the cooled crust with the chocolate pudding mixture using a spatula. Refrigerate while making the next layer.
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Beat softened cream cheese in a bowl for about 1 minute until smooth. Add creamy peanut butter and blend until homogeneous, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
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Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually incorporate powdered sugar, mixing until fully integrated.
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Remove pan from refrigerator and spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chocolate pudding layer.
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Spread the whipped topping evenly over the peanut butter layer.
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Sprinkle peanut butter chips, milk chocolate chips, and reserved crushed sandwich cookies evenly over the whipped topping.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into 2-inch squares for serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Ensure the crust is fully cooled before layering the pudding to prevent melting. For cleaner slices, chill dessert thoroughly before cutting.