This decadent dessert combines rich Reese’s peanut butter pudding with a smooth Hershey’s Kisses chocolate layer, all nestled in a baked pie crust. The creamy texture of the pudding contrasts beautifully with the crisp crust and light whipped topping. It’s a comforting treat perfect for family gatherings or dessert lovers. Simple ingredients come together to create a luxurious experience without complicated techniques. Enjoy the balance of sweet chocolate and salty peanut butter in every bite.
Reese’S Peanut Butter & Hershey’S Kisses Laye
Description
This decadent dessert combines rich Reese's peanut butter pudding with a smooth Hershey's Kisses chocolate layer, all nestled in a baked pie crust. The creamy texture of the pudding contrasts beautifully with the crisp crust and light whipped topping. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting treat perfect for family gatherings or dessert lovers. Simple ingredients come together to create a luxurious experience without complicated techniques. Enjoy the balance of sweet chocolate and salty peanut butter in every bite.Ingredients
Directions
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Remove wrappers from 18 Hershey's Kisses chocolates.
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In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate pieces and 2 tablespoons whipping cream.
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Microwave at HIGH for 1 minute, stirring until smooth and melted.
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Spread chocolate mixture over the bottom of the cooled baked pie crust.
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Refrigerate pie crust with chocolate layer for 30 minutes until set.
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In a 2-quart saucepan, combine pudding mix and peanut butter.
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Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until pudding thickens and comes to a boil.
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Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Pour cooled pudding over the set chocolate layer in the pie crust.
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Refrigerate pie for several hours until firm.
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In a small mixer bowl, beat remaining whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
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Spread whipped cream mixture over the top of the chilled pie.
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Garnish with additional Hershey's Kisses if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2840.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 163.1g251%
- Saturated Fat 95.7g479%
- Cholesterol 66.0mg22%
- Sodium 202.6mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 295.1g99%
- Dietary Fiber 57.0g228%
- Sugars 211.3g
- Protein 27.8g56%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use cook-and-serve pudding mix, not instant, for proper thickening.
Ensure pie crust is fully cooled before adding chocolate layer to prevent melting.
Refrigerate leftover pie covered to maintain freshness.
For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Additional Hershey's Kisses can be melted for drizzling over the whipped cream.