Ingredients

For the Chocolate Layer

  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
  • ½ cup chocolate syrup

For the Peanut Butter Cream Layer

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 package cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups whipped topping or whipped cream

For the Layers

  • 1 package chocolate graham crackers or chocolate cookies
  • 1 cup mini peanut butter cups or chopped chocolate candies

Optional Toppings

  • Chocolate chips
  • Crushed cookies
  • Melted chocolate drizzle
  • Peanut butter drizzle
  • Whipped cream

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • 8×8 or 9×9 glass dish
  • Refrigerator

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Pudding

In a large bowl, combine:

  • Cold milk
  • Instant chocolate pudding mix

Whisk for about 2 minutes until the pudding thickens slightly. Fold in whipped topping gently until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Cream Filling

In another bowl, beat together:

  • Peanut butter
  • Softened cream cheese
  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla extract

Mix until smooth and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping carefully to create a light and creamy texture.

Step 3: Prepare the Dish

Take your glass baking dish and spread a thin layer of chocolate pudding mixture on the bottom. This helps keep the first layer soft and moist.

Step 4: Build the Layers

Place a layer of chocolate graham crackers or cookies over the pudding.

Spread a layer of peanut butter cream mixture evenly on top.

Add another layer of chocolate pudding mixture.

Repeat the layers:

  1. Cookies
  2. Peanut butter cream
  3. Chocolate pudding

Continue until the dish is filled. Finish with a thick creamy layer on top.

Step 5: Add the Toppings

Sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups, chocolate candies, chocolate chips, or crushed cookies over the top.

For extra flavor, drizzle melted chocolate and peanut butter sauce across the dessert.

Step 6: Chill the Dessert

Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.

The cookies will soften and create a cake-like texture while the layers become rich and creamy.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled directly from the refrigerator. You can:

Pair with vanilla ice cream

Add extra whipped cream on top

Garnish with more chocolate candies

Serve with coffee or cold milk