A frozen tray dessert is a great way to enjoy a cool and refreshing treat with minimal effort. Here’s a simple recipe for a Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert that you can make in a tray and store in the freezer:
Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons butter (for melting with the chocolate)
Instructions:
- Prepare the crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even layer for the crust.
- Make the peanut butter layer:
- In a separate bowl, beat together powdered sugar, peanut butter, and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Spread this peanut butter mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
- Make the chocolate layer:
- In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of butter together. Stir occasionally until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly to cover the top.
- Freeze:
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and place it in the freezer for at least 4-6 hours, or until firm.
- Serve:
- Once frozen, cut into squares or bars. You can let it sit for a few minutes at room temperature to soften slightly before serving, if desired.
Enjoy your Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert! It’s a delicious, no-bake frozen treat with the perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter.
