These Sweet Peanut Treats are a decadent, no-bake dessert that layers rich chocolate and peanut butter fudge with a creamy vanilla pudding center. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate, butterscotch chips, and creamy peanut butter creates a dense, melt-in-your-mouth base. A smooth layer of buttery vanilla pudding adds a light contrast, while the top layer is studded with crunchy salted peanuts for texture. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gifts, or satisfying a serious sweet tooth, these bars require no baking&# 226;ÂÂjust melting, stirring, and chilling. They hold their shape well and can be cut into neat squares, making them an elegant yet easy addition to any dessert spread.
Sweet Peanut Treats
Description
These Sweet Peanut Treats are a decadent, no-bake dessert that layers rich chocolate and peanut butter fudge with a creamy vanilla pudding center. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate, butterscotch chips, and creamy peanut butter creates a dense, melt-in-your-mouth base. A smooth layer of buttery vanilla pudding adds a light contrast, while the top layer is studded with crunchy salted peanuts for texture. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gifts, or satisfying a serious sweet tooth, these bars require no baking&# 226;ÂÂjust melting, stirring, and chilling. They hold their shape well and can be cut into neat squares, making them an elegant yet easy addition to any dessert spread.Ingredients
Directions
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Grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
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In the top of a double boiler over simmering water, combine chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter.
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Stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
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Spread half of the chocolate-peanut butter mixture into the prepared baking pan.
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Chill the pan in the refrigerator until the layer is firm, about 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, and instant vanilla pudding mix.
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Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
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Cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened.
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Remove from heat and beat in confectioners' sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Pour the pudding mixture over the chilled chocolate layer in the pan and spread evenly.
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Stir the salted peanuts into the remaining chocolate-peanut butter mixture.
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Carefully spread the peanut-topped chocolate mixture over the pudding layer.
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Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
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Cut into 1-inch squares before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1472.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 67.8g105%
- Saturated Fat 39.9g200%
- Cholesterol 118.2mg40%
- Sodium 317.4mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 183.0g61%
- Dietary Fiber 6.0g24%
- Sugars 172.2g
- Protein 32.4g65%
* 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
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze the bars in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before cutting.
Substitute the salted peanuts with cashews or almonds for a different texture. You can also use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a richer flavor.
Ensure the pudding layer is completely cooled before adding the top chocolate layer to prevent melting. Use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts for neat squares.
