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Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Lasagna

A rich and creamy dessert with layers of chocolate pudding, peanut butter cream, and whipped topping, all nestled between crisp chocolate cookie layers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
For the pudding layer
  • 2 packages chocolate instant pudding mix (3.9 oz each)
  • 4 cups milk
For the peanut butter layer
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 cups whipped topping (thawed) Reserve some for topping
For the topping
  • Chopped peanuts or chocolate chips for topping, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with melted butter. Stir until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish to form the base layer.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and 4 cups of milk until smooth and thickened. Set aside for 5 minutes.
  3. In another large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 2 cups of the whipped topping to lighten the mixture.
Layering
  1. Spread half of the chocolate pudding over the cookie crust.
  2. Spoon half of the peanut butter mixture on top of the pudding and spread evenly.
  3. Repeat the layers with the remaining pudding and peanut butter mixtures.
  4. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the entire dessert. Sprinkle chopped peanuts or chocolate chips on top for an extra special touch.
Chilling
  1. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set properly.

Notes

Consider using different flavored instant puddings, like white chocolate, to switch things up. Ensure that you allow the layers to chill for a minimum of 2 hours. Make sure your cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.