This “Heaven In A Bowl” Dessert Will Steal the Show at Every Gathering!

If you love chocolate and peanut butter, this dessert is pure bliss. Layers of fudgy brownies, creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped topping come together to create a treat that melts in your mouth. Easy to assemble and guaranteed to impress, it’s perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any time you want to wow your guests with minimal effort.

Heaven In A Bowl

Cuisine: American | Category: Dessert
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes (for brownies) | Total Time: 50 minutes (plus chill time)
Yield: 12–14 servings

Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
For the Brownie Layer:
Fudge brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water per package instructions) 1 box
For the Peanut Butter Cream:
Creamy peanut butter 1 cup
Cream cheese, softened 1 package (8 oz)
Powdered sugar 1 cup
Whipped topping, thawed 1 container (8 oz)
For the Pudding Layer:
Instant chocolate pudding mix 2 boxes (3.4 oz each)
Cold milk 3 cups
For the Topping:
Whipped topping 1 additional container (8 oz)
Chopped peanut butter cups or mini chocolate chips (optional) As desired

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Brownies:
    Bake the brownies according to the package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let them cool completely, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Cream:
    In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until creamy.
  3. Prepare the Pudding:
    In a separate bowl, whisk the pudding mix with cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Chill until ready to assemble.
  4. Assemble the Dessert:
    In a large trifle bowl or glass dish, layer half of the brownie cubes, then half of the peanut butter cream, followed by half of the pudding. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  5. Add the Topping:
    Spread the remaining whipped topping over the top and sprinkle with chopped peanut butter cups or mini chocolate chips if desired.
  6. Chill & Serve:
    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve cold and enjoy the rich, decadent flavors in every spoonful.

This dessert combines chocolate, peanut butter, and creamy layers into a show-stopping treat that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.