Frozen Peanut Butter Pudding Squares
These Frozen Peanut Butter Pudding Squares feature a crunchy cookie crust, a creamy peanut butter pudding layer, and a fluffy whipped topping. They’re easy to prepare, require no baking, and are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers or chocolate cookies
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla or chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- Chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:Mix crushed cookies with melted butter. Press evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch pan. Freeze for 10 minutes.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer:Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread evenly over the chilled crust.
- Prepare the Pudding Layer:Whisk pudding mix with cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Spread over the peanut butter layer.
- Top and Freeze:Spread whipped topping over pudding. Garnish with peanuts or chocolate shavings if desired. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
- Serve:Cut into squares using a warm knife for clean edges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a richer taste, use chocolate pudding with the peanut butter layer.
- Store tightly covered in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- Allow 5–10 minutes at room temperature before cutting.