Description
This dessert recipe combines instant pudding, Cool Whip, and chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups to create a creamy, fluffy, and indulgent treat that can be enjoyed as a rich, no-bake dessert. With a choice between chocolate or peanut butter pudding and optional additions like peanut butter or cocoa powder for extra flavor, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant chocolate or peanut butter pudding mix
- ½ to ⅔ cup cold milk
- 6–8 Reese’s peanut butter cups, chopped
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp peanut butter or cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare pudding mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix with ½ to ⅔ cup cold milk until the mixture is slightly thickened, indicating the pudding is beginning to set.
- Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold the thawed Cool Whip into the pudding mixture until it becomes fluffy and fully integrated, creating a creamy texture.
- Add chopped Reese’s cups: Fold in the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups evenly throughout the mixture, adding texture and bursts of peanut butter and chocolate flavor.
- Add optional swirl: If desired, drizzle 1–2 tablespoons of peanut butter or sprinkle cocoa powder over the mix and gently fold to create a swirl effect and enhance flavor complexity.
- Chill: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up before serving.
Notes
- You can choose between chocolate or peanut butter instant pudding depending on your flavor preference.
- Thaw the Cool Whip completely before folding to ensure a smooth texture.
- The chopped Reese’s cups add crunch and peanut butter flavor; adjust quantity based on sweetness preference.
- Optional peanut butter or cocoa powder swirl adds visual appeal and enhanced taste.
- Chill time is essential for the dessert to set properly and improve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: No-bake dessert, instant pudding recipe, Cool Whip dessert, peanut butter cups dessert, quick chocolate dessert, easy dessert recipe
