Description
This Decadent Peanut Butter Crunch Lasagna is a no-bake layered dessert featuring creamy peanut butter, whipped topping, instant vanilla pudding, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. It’s a sweet and luscious treat perfect for peanut butter lovers, combining smooth and crunchy textures with chocolate and caramel toppings for an indulgent finale.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Base
- 1 package (16 oz) lasagna noodles
Peanut Butter Mixture
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (divided use)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Pudding Layer
- 1 cup milk
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
Toppings
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package directions until they are al dente. Drain the noodles and set them aside to cool completely so they are ready for layering without becoming mushy.
- Make the peanut butter mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping to lighten the mixture and create a creamy texture.
- Prepare the pudding layer: In another bowl, whisk together the milk and instant vanilla pudding mix. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency, then set aside.
- Assemble the lasagna: In a baking dish, place a layer of cooled lasagna noodles. Spread a layer of the peanut butter mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of the pudding mixture. Repeat these layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of whipped topping spread evenly on top.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the chopped peanuts and chocolate chips evenly over the top layer of whipped topping. Drizzle the caramel sauce across the top for extra sweetness and a beautiful finish. Chill the lasagna before serving to allow layers to set.
Notes
- Ensure noodles are cooled completely before layering to prevent melting the whipped topping.
- This dessert is best served chilled; refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- You can substitute crunchy peanut butter to increase texture contrast.
- For a nut-free version, omit peanuts and use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Use a large enough baking dish to accommodate all layers without spilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
