Description

These Peanut Butter Dream Bars are a heavenly no-bake dessert packed with layers of crushed peanut butter cookies, silky chocolate pudding, and creamy peanut butter topping. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or late-night cravings, this sweet treat is as easy as it is irresistible. A crowd-pleaser that’s totally dreamy!

Ingredients

24 peanut butter sandwich cookies (like Nutter Butters), crushed
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted

For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:

1 1/2 cups milk
1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

For the Peanut Butter Cream Layer:

1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

For the Topping:

1/2 cup crushed peanut butter cookies or chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust:
Mix crushed peanut butter cookies and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch pan. Chill while prepping the next layer.
Make the Chocolate Layer:
In a bowl, whisk together milk and instant pudding mix until smooth and thickened. Spread over the crust and chill for 10 minutes.
Prepare Peanut Butter Cream Layer:
Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread this mixture gently over the pudding layer.
Top It Off:
Sprinkle with extra crushed cookies or chocolate chips for garnish.
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours or until set. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Substitute chocolate sandwich cookies for a twist on the crust.
Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for an allergy-friendly version.
For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate or peanut butter over the top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake