Name: Peanut Butter Cup Trifle
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Desserts
Ingredients: 2 boxes of dark chocolate brownie mix; 2 large boxes of instant chocolate pudding; 1 cup peanut butter; 2 containers of cool whip; large bag of peanut butter cups; chocolate syrup

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Indulge in this luscious peanut butter cup trifle that is a must-have for any family gathering or special occasion.

Not a fan of peanut butter? No worries! Swap it with some heath bar crunch or your preferred candy. The flavors only get better when enjoyed the following day!

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Peanut Butter Cup Trifle

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My entire family absolutely loves peanut butter and chocolate-my son especially.

Whenever we have a family party or summer barbecue, my dad always asks if I can make a trifle. He loves this one, as well as a heath bar crunch version.

Be sure to check out this collection of mouthwatering trifle recipes for a variety of other delicious options.

I’ve shared this recipe before with other holiday recipes, but it definitely deserves it’s own post, so I freshened it up when I made it again for Father’s Day.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cup Trifle

There is a printable recipe card included at the bottom of this post so be sure to read to the end for that. It makes it so much easier!

2 boxes of dark chocolate brownie mix
2 large boxes of instant chocolate pudding
1 cup peanut butter
2 containers of cool whip
large bag of peanut butter cups
chocolate syrup

peanut butter cup trifle collage with text overlay

Step 1. Bake the brownies

Bake the brownies according to the directions on the box. You can use your favorite brand of brownies.

I prefer to use dark chocolate because it is so rich, but mix it up to find your favorite. You can even use peanut butter brownies for a twist.

Step 2. Add the peanut butter cups

While warm, place a layer of peanut butter cups across the top. The peanut butter cups slightly melt into the brownies for that amazing flavor we love!

Step 3. Cut the brownies and start the layers

Let the brownies cool. Cut into small squares and place a layer of brownies in the bottom of the trifle bowl. I love this nylon knife perfect for cutting brownies.