Peanut Butter Brownie Trifle

menupricesat.com | 🗓️Modified: July 5, 2025 | ⏳Time to read:2 min

That delicious dessert in the photo is a Peanut Butter Brownie Trifle — a rich, layered treat combining fudgy brownies, creamy peanut butter mousse, whipped topping, and lots of chocolatey goodness. Here’s a full recipe so you can recreate it:


🍫🥜 Peanut Butter Brownie Trifle

📝 Ingredients

For the Brownie Layer:

  • 1 box brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water per box instructions)
  • OR use homemade brownies if preferred

For the Peanut Butter Mousse:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed

For the Whipped Layers:

  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)

For Topping:

  • Mini peanut butter cups (halved or whole)
  • Chocolate chips or chunks
  • Crushed peanut butter cookies or graham crackers
  • Drizzle of peanut butter or chocolate sauce

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Bake the Brownies:
    Prepare brownies according to package directions. Let cool completely. Once cooled, cut into small squares or crumble into chunks.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Mousse:
    In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix well. Gently fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
  3. Assemble the Trifle:
    In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, layer the dessert as follows:
    • A layer of brownie pieces
    • A layer of peanut butter mousse
    • A layer of whipped topping
    • Repeat until the dish is full (typically 2–3 layers)
  4. Add Toppings:
    Finish with a generous amount of mini peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, crushed cookies, and a drizzle of peanut butter or chocolate sauce.
  5. Chill & Serve:
    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the layers set and the flavors meld.

🍽️ Tips & Variations

  • Add a layer of chocolate pudding for an extra rich twist.
  • Use homemade whipped cream for an elevated flavor.
  • Want a crunchy texture? Add chopped roasted peanuts between layers.
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