Description
Rich layers of chocolate peanut butter fudge brownie trifle invite indulgence through creamy pudding, crumbled brownies, and whipped cream. Dessert enthusiasts will savor each spoonful of this decadent American classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box brownie mix (9x13 inch pan)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) peanut butter
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 oz/226 g) whipped cream
- 1 cup (150 g) mini peanut butter cups (optional)
Instructions
- Bake brownies according to preferred recipe, allowing them to cool completely before slicing into bite-sized, uniform cubes.
- Combine softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl, blending until ingredients form a cohesive, velvety texture.
- Gently incorporate heavy cream and pure vanilla extract, whipping the mixture until it achieves a smooth, airy consistency.
- Select a clear glass trifle dish to showcase the delectable layers.
- Create the first foundation layer by evenly distributing brownie cubes across the bottom of the dish.
- Carefully spread a generous portion of the peanut butter fudge mixture over the brownie layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Add a fluffy layer of whipped cream, creating distinct and visually appealing strata.
- Repeat layering process – brownies, peanut butter fudge mixture, and whipped cream – until the dish reaches its capacity.
- Garnish the final top layer with an elegant swirl of whipped cream.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped mini peanut butter cups for extra decadence and visual appeal.
- Refrigerate the assembled trifle for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the rich, indulgent dessert.
Notes
- Customize brownie texture by using boxed mix or homemade recipe for personalized taste and density.
- Soften cream cheese and peanut butter at room temperature to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Try different peanut butter brands for varied flavor intensity and richness.
- Make gluten-free version by using gluten-free brownie mix and checking ingredient labels carefully.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg