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Peanut Butter Dream Bars

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With a cookie crust, chocolate pudding, peanut butter cream cheese, and whipped topping, these Peanut Butter Dream Bars are the ultimate no-fuss, layered dessert.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked (Crust), No-Bake (Layers)
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Crust:

16 oz package peanut butter sandwich cookies, crushed (reserve 8–9 cookies for topping)

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (½ cup)

For the Chocolate Layer:

1½ cups milk

1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix

For the Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Layer:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

½ cup creamy peanut butter

For the Whipped Topping Layer:

8 oz tub Cool Whip (or whipped topping)

½ cup milk chocolate chips

½ cup peanut butter chips

Reserved crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
In a small bowl, combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Stir until crumbs are fully coated.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.
Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.

Make the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
In a small bowl, beat pudding mix and cold milk with a hand mixer or whisk until thickened.
Spread evenly over the cooled crust using a spatula.
Place in the refrigerator to set while preparing the next layer.

Prepare the Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Layer:
In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese on medium-high speed for 1 minute until smooth.
Add peanut butter and beat for 30–60 seconds until creamy.
Reduce speed to low and gradually mix in powdered sugar until fully incorporated.
Spread evenly over the chilled chocolate pudding layer.

Add the Whipped Topping Layer:
Spread the whipped topping evenly over the peanut butter layer.
Sprinkle milk chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and reserved crushed cookies over the top.

Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into 2×2-inch squares.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Baking the crust helps it hold together better, but it’s optional if you prefer a no-bake version.

Beat cream cheese thoroughly until fluffy and smooth for a creamy texture.

Chill thoroughly to allow the layers to firm up before slicing.

For a more decorative presentation, drizzle melted peanut butter or chocolate over the top before serving.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/peanut-butter-dream-bars/