Chocolate Peanut Butter Lasagna Recipe
This decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Lasagna is a no-bake layered dessert combining a crunchy Nutter Butter cookie crust, a creamy peanut butter cheesecake layer, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping. Finished with colorful Reese’s Pieces for a playful and irresistible treat, perfect for any peanut butter and chocolate lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 (16 oz) pack Nutter Butter cookies (family size)
- ½ cup butter, melted
Cheesecake Layer
- 1 (8 oz) pack cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk
Pudding Layer
- 1 (5.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups milk
Topping
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
- Reese’s Pieces candy for topping
Instructions
- Make the Cookie Crust: Place the entire pack of Nutter Butter cookies into a food processor and pulse until they form small crumbs. Combine the cookie crumbs with the melted butter, stirring well to evenly coat the crumbs. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust layer. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: In a large bowl or using a mixer, beat the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and creamy. Spread this peanut butter cheesecake mixture carefully over the cookie crust, making sure not to disturb the crust or pull up crumbs. Smooth into an even layer.
- Mix the Pudding Layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix with 3 cups of milk for several minutes until fully combined and thickened. Refrigerate the pudding for about 5 minutes to allow it to set properly.
- Assemble the Pudding Layer: Once the pudding has thickened, gently spread it evenly over the peanut butter cheesecake layer.
- Add the Whipped Topping: Dollop spoonfuls of the thawed whipped topping over the chocolate pudding layer. Carefully spread it into an even, fluffy layer across the entire dessert surface.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the assembled dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate until fully chilled and set, about 4 hours or overnight is best. Just before serving, sprinkle Reese’s Pieces candies evenly on top for a colorful, crunchy finish.
Notes
- For best results, let the dessert chill overnight to allow layers to fully set.
- You can substitute Reese’s Pieces with chopped peanut butter cups or crushed peanuts for different toppings.
- Use natural or creamy peanut butter based on preference; creamy will give a smoother texture.
- This dessert is best served cold and should be stored covered in the refrigerator.
- To speed up chilling, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but overnight refrigeration enhances flavor meld.
Keywords: chocolate peanut butter lasagna, no bake dessert, layered dessert, peanut butter dessert, quick dessert, chocolate pudding dessert
