Peanut Butter Layered Delight (Printable Version)
Layers of peanut butter cookies, cream cheese, and whipped topping create a rich, chilled dessert experience.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
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16 ounces peanut butter sandwich cookies (approximately 22 cookies)
→ Cream Cheese Layer
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 cup whipped topping
→ Peanut Butter Layer
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3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
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1.5 cups whole milk
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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1 cup whipped topping
→ Topping
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2 cups whipped topping
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0.5 cup peanut butter chips
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8 reserved whole peanut butter cookies, chopped
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0.5 cup creamy peanut butter, melted
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Grease a 9x13 inch glass baking dish and set aside.
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Arrange a single layer of peanut butter sandwich cookies evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish; reserve remaining cookies for topping.
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Beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 cup whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cookie base, then chill in the freezer for 15 minutes.
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Whisk instant vanilla pudding mix with whole milk until it begins to thicken.
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Fold creamy peanut butter and 1 cup whipped topping into the pudding mixture using a whisk or hand mixer.
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Spread the peanut butter mixture over the chilled cream cheese layer and return to the freezer for an additional 15 minutes.
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Gently layer the remaining 2 cups whipped topping on top, then sprinkle with peanut butter chips, chopped reserved cookies, and drizzle with melted peanut butter.
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Refrigerate for 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes prior to serving for optimal texture.
# Additional Notes:
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Chilling layers in the freezer ensures firm texture and easier slicing.