Reese's Peanut Butter Trifle
Indulge in a rich and creamy Reese's Peanut Butter Trifle featuring layers of brownie, peanut butter pudding, and Cool Whip.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 box 1 box (18.2 oz) brownie mix (plus ingredients to prepare) For a rich chocolate base
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1 cup 1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural) For a smooth, rich texture
- 4 teaspoons 4 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
- 2 packages 2 packages (5.1 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix For thickness and sweetness
- 4 cups 4 cups 2% or whole milk Adds creaminess
Toppings
- 16 oz 16 oz Cool Whip, thawed For a light, airy layer
- 2 packages 2 packages (14 oz each) Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups For a sweet, nutty flavor; chopped for layering
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake until the edges are set and the center looks slightly gooey. Allow the brownies to cool completely.
- Chop the Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups into smaller pieces and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened and smooth.
- Add the creamy peanut butter and vanilla extract into the thickened pudding mixture and mix until smooth.
- Cut the cooled brownies into 1-2 inch cubes.
Layering
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, start with half of the brownie cubes as the bottom layer.
- Spread half of the peanut butter pudding mixture on top of the brownie layer.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups over the pudding layer.
- Repeat the layering process, starting with the remaining brownie cubes, followed by the rest of the peanut butter pudding mixture.
- Finish with a generous layer of Cool Whip on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining chopped Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Cups over the Cool Whip layer.
Notes
Chill the completed trifle for an hour before serving to help set the layers and improve flavors.