Peanut Butter Crunch Lasagna
Embark, on an adventure with our Peanut Butter Crunch Lasagna—a dessert masterpiece that beautifully combines peanut butter, rich chocolate pudding and a delectable Oreo cookie crust. Every bite is a blend of textures and flavors from the creamy richness of the peanut butter to the satisfying crunch of the cookie base. Finished off with a dollop of whipped cream, Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups and a drizzle of chocolate syrup. This dessert beckons you to relish each moment of indulgence.
12 Servings
Ingredients
Crust:
- 36 Oreo Cookies
- ⅓ cup melted butter
Peanut Butter Layer:
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping e.g., Cool Whip
Chocolate Layer:
- 2 boxes of instant chocolate pudding 4-serving size
- 2 ¾ cups milk
Topping:
- Whipped topping
- 1 bag of Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups
- Peanut butter chips
- Chocolate Syrup optional
Instructions
OREO CRUST:
- Start by crushing Oreo cookies in a food processor until they become finely crushed.
- Next mix in melted butter until the mixture becomes consistent and well combined.
- Press this mixture into a 9" x 13" pan. Place it in the freezer to set.
PEANUT BUTTER LAYER:
- Using a mixer blend softened cream cheese, peanut butter and milk together until they become fluffy and well incorporated.
- Gradually add sugar to the mixture while continuing to blend. Then gently fold in whipped topping until everything is evenly mixed.
- Spread this layer, over the Oreo crust you prepared and return it to the freezer for some time to set.
CHOCOLATE LAYER:
- In a bowl combine chocolate pudding mix with milk. Mix vigorously until the mixture thickens up nicely.
- Spread this chocolatey mixture over the peanut butter layer you prepared earlier. Allow it to chill briefly in the refrigerator.
TOPPING:
- To add a finishing touch, layer on some whipped topping followed by Reese's Mini Peanut Butter Cups and peanut butter chips generously.
- For a touch of elegance, you can optionally drizzle some chocolate syrup over the top of your creation.
CHILL:
- Place your dessert in the refrigerator, for at least 3 hours or more so that all those delightful layers can fully set and meld together before indulging in each scrumptious bite.
Notes
To create a Peanut Butter Crunch Lasagna that is gluten-free try these substitutions:
Instead of using Oreo cookies, for the crust opt for gluten-free chocolate cookies.
Make sure to choose a chocolate pudding mix that is certified gluten-free.
By making these changes you can savor the layers of taste and texture in a gluten-free version.