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Peanut Butter Lush: The Ultimate Creamy No-Bake Dessert

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Peanut Butter Lush is a rich and creamy layered no-bake dessert featuring a chocolate cookie crust, smooth peanut butter cheesecake layer, silky chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, birthdays, family gatherings, and special occasions.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 24 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 cups whipped topping, divided
  • 2 packages (3.9 ounces each) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup chopped peanut butter cups
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
  • Chocolate syrup for garnish (optional)
  • Caramel sauce for garnish (optional)
  • Crushed cookies for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined.
  3. Press mixture firmly into a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
  4. Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes.
  5. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Add peanut butter and powdered sugar and continue mixing until creamy.
  7. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
  8. Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  9. In a separate bowl, whisk chocolate pudding mix with cold milk until thickened.
  10. Spread pudding evenly over the peanut butter layer.
  11. Top with the remaining whipped topping.
  12. Sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, and peanuts over the top.
  13. Drizzle with chocolate syrup or caramel if desired.
  14. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  15. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

  • For best results, chill overnight before serving.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture.
  • Allow cream cheese to soften fully before mixing.
  • Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest filling.
  • Add toppings just before serving for maximum freshness.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months if desired.
  • Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts for clean slices.
  • Perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday celebrations.
  • Can be made one day in advance.

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