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Heaven In A Bowl: Irresistible Peanut Butter Dessert Delight

Heaven In A Bowl is a decadent dessert combining fudgy brownie and creamy peanut butter pudding, topped with whipped cream and mini Reese’s cups.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 box Fudge Brownie Mix Use gluten-free mix for gluten-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the brownies and add moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Oil Provides richness.
For the Peanut Butter Pudding Layer
  • 1 box Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Use instant for best texture.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Hydrates the pudding.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Substitute crunchy for texture.
For the Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups Whipped Topping Lightens the pudding.
  • 1 cup Mini Reese’s Cups Adds crunch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • trifle dish
  • 9×13 inch pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare the fudge brownie mix according to package instructions, greasing a 9×13 inch pan.
  2. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  3. Let the brownies cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. Slice the cooled brownies into 1-inch pieces.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding, whole milk, and vanilla extract for 2 minutes until thick.
  6. Stir in the creamy peanut butter until fully combined.
  7. Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of whipped topping until just combined.
  8. In a trifle dish, layer half of the brownie pieces, 1/3 of the Reese’s cups, and half of the peanut butter pudding mixture.
  9. Spread 2 1/2 cups whipped topping on the pudding layer, repeat with remaining ingredients.
  10. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with additional mini Reese’s cups before serving for extra indulgence.

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