Peanut Butter Dream Bars
Ingredients:
1 package (10 oz) shortbread cookies or graham crackers
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup creamy peanut butter
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 box (3.4 oz) instant peanut butter or vanilla pudding mix
1 1/2 cups cold milk
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), divided
1/2 cup peanut butter chips
1/4 cup crushed peanut butter cookies or peanuts for topping
Directions:
Crush the shortbread cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish to form the crust. Chill for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread evenly over the crust.
In another bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Fold in half of the whipped topping and spread over the peanut butter layer.
Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer.
Sprinkle with peanut butter chips and crushed peanut butter cookies for added crunch.
Chill for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chill Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Kcal: 360 kcal | Servings: 12 bars
Tips:
For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate or caramel over the top before serving.
Chill overnight for a firmer, creamier texture.
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