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–+ servings

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream Bars

Indulgent dessert bars that combine chocolate and peanut butter with a creamy texture and a crunchy crust, perfect for warm weather and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Serving Size 12 bars

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Filling

  • 1 package chocolate pudding Prepare according to package instructions
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup sweetener Adjust to personal preference
  • 1 cup Cool Whip or Stabilized Whipped Cream

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a bowl, mix crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies with melted butter to form a crust.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom of a pan and place it in the freezer to set for at least 15 minutes.
  • Prepare the chocolate pudding according to package instructions and pour it over the crust.
  • In another bowl, beat cream cheese with peanut butter and sweetener until smooth.
  • Spread the peanut butter mixture over the chocolate pudding layer.
  • Top with Cool Whip or Stabilized Whipped Cream.
  • Freeze for a few hours or until set.
  • Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

For a crunchier crust, mix in some chopped nuts or chocolate chips. These bars can be served directly from the freezer. Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month; best enjoyed within the first couple of weeks.