Description
Decadent Peanut Butter Crunch Lasagna is a show-stopping no-bake dessert that combines rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a delightful crunch in every bite. Layers of chocolate graham cracker crust, creamy peanut butter filling, chocolate pudding, and whipped topping are topped with a variety of crunchy toppings and a drizzle of chocolate. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate graham crackers or chocolate sandwich cookies
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 1 (3.9 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup crushed peanut butter candies or chopped peanut butter cups
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or toffee bits (optional)
- Melted chocolate or chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine crushed chocolate graham crackers and melted butter. Press into a 9×9-inch baking dish and chill.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer: Beat peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping and spread over the crust.
- Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: Whisk together pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Spread over the peanut butter layer.
- Assemble the Layers: Top with remaining whipped topping, sprinkle with candies or nuts, and drizzle with chocolate. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add a layer of chopped pretzels or granola between the crust and peanut butter layer.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead for easy serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
