A delightful chilled dessert layered with cookies, peanut butter pudding, whipped topping, and rich chocolate frosting. Super easy to make — and even better the next day!
✨ Ingredients
- 1 box (14.4 oz) whole wheat chocolate chip cookies (or any sturdy cookie you like)
- 2 boxes (3.25 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3½ cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (e.g. Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 can (16 oz) chocolate frosting
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Make the Peanut Butter Pudding Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, combine:
- 2 boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 3½ cups cold milk
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- Whisk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
Step 2: Assemble the Layers
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, place a single layer of cookies on the bottom.
- Spread half of the peanut butter pudding mixture over the cookies.
- Add another layer of cookies, then top with the remaining pudding mixture.
- Finish with a final layer of cookies on top.
Step 3: Add the Chocolate Frosting
- Microwave the can of chocolate frosting for 15–20 seconds to soften (do not overheat).
- Stir and pour the frosting over the top layer of cookies.
- Use a spatula to spread it evenly over the surface.
Step 4: Chill
- Cover with plastic wrap or foil.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (overnight is best!) to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
🍴 Serving Tips
- Slice into squares and serve cold.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or a drizzle of melted peanut butter for extra flair.
💡 Optional Add-Ons
- Swap out the cookies with graham crackers or chocolate wafer cookies.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries between the pudding for a fruity twist.
- Use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping for a slightly lighter version.
🥄 Why You'll Love It:
- No baking required
- Great make-ahead dessert
- Crowd-pleasing for all ages
- Rich, creamy, peanut buttery goodness!
Peanut Butter Cookie Layer Dessert
A delightful chilled dessert layered with cookies, peanut butter pudding, whipped topping, and rich chocolate frosting. Super easy to make — and even better the next day!
Ingredients
Method
Make the Peanut Butter Pudding Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and creamy peanut butter.
- Whisk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
Assemble the Layers
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, place a single layer of cookies on the bottom.
- Spread half of the peanut butter pudding mixture over the cookies.
- Add another layer of cookies, then top with the remaining pudding mixture.
- Finish with a final layer of cookies on top.
Add the Chocolate Frosting
- Microwave the can of chocolate frosting for 15–20 seconds to soften (do not overheat).
- Stir and pour the frosting over the top layer of cookies.
- Use a spatula to spread it evenly over the surface.
Chill
- Cover with plastic wrap or foil.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (overnight is best!) to allow cookies to soften and flavors to meld.
Nutrition
Notes
Slice into squares and serve cold. Garnish with chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or a drizzle of melted peanut butter for extra flair. Optional add-ons include swapping out the cookies for graham crackers or chocolate wafer cookies, adding a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries, or using sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping for a slightly lighter version.
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