{"id":256,"date":"2026-01-08T02:41:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T02:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=256"},"modified":"2026-01-08T02:41:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T02:41:44","slug":"reeses-brownie-pudding-trifle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=256","title":{"rendered":"Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle \u2013 The Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a fan of chocolate and peanut butter, this <strong>Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle<\/strong> is about to become your new favorite dessert. Layers of rich brownie cubes, creamy peanut butter vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy Reese\u2019s candy come together to create an indulgent, show-stopping treat that\u2019s perfect for holidays, parties, potlucks, or anytime you want to impress a crowd.<\/p>\n<p>This dessert is easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and looks absolutely stunning when served in a glass trifle dish. Best of all, it\u2019s a make-ahead dessert, meaning the flavors only get better as it chills.<\/p>\n<h2>Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>Easy to make using boxed brownie mix<\/li>\n<li>No baking skills required beyond brownies<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for parties, holidays, and special occasions<\/li>\n<li>Make-ahead friendly and stress-free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ingredients<\/h2>\n<h3>For the Brownies<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Pudding Layer<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix<\/li>\n<li>3 cups cold milk<\/li>\n<li>1 cup creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1\u00bd cups Cool Whip (or whipped topping)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For the Layers &amp; Topping<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2\u20133 cups mini Reese\u2019s peanut butter cups, halved<\/li>\n<li>2\u00bd cups Cool Whip, divided (for layering and topping)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Make Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the Brownies<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat your oven to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nGrease a <strong>9\u00d713-inch baking pan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions.<br \/>\nSpread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for <strong>20\u201325 minutes<\/strong>, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n<p>Allow the brownies to cool completely, then cut them into <strong>\u00be-inch cubes<\/strong>. Set aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Pudding Mixture<\/h3>\n<p>In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mixes, cold milk, peanut butter, and vanilla extract.<\/p>\n<p>Whisk for about <strong>2 minutes<\/strong>, until the mixture thickens.<br \/>\nGently fold in <strong>1\u00bd cups of Cool Whip<\/strong> until fully incorporated and smooth.<\/p>\n<p>This creates a creamy, fluffy peanut butter pudding layer.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Assemble the First Layer<\/h3>\n<p>In a clear glass trifle dish or large serving bowl, add a layer of brownie cubes to the bottom.<\/p>\n<p>Sprinkle <strong>half of the mini Reese\u2019s halves<\/strong> evenly over the brownies.<br \/>\nSpread <strong>one-third of the pudding mixture<\/strong> over the candy layer.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Repeat the Layers<\/h3>\n<p>Add another layer of brownie cubes.<br \/>\nTop with the remaining Reese\u2019s pieces.<br \/>\nSpread another <strong>one-third of the pudding mixture<\/strong> over the top.<\/p>\n<p>Finish with a final layer of brownie cubes and spread the remaining pudding mixture evenly.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Finish &amp; Chill<\/h3>\n<p>Spread the remaining Cool Whip evenly over the top of the trifle.<br \/>\nGarnish with extra Reese\u2019s halves or crumbled brownies if desired.<\/p>\n<p>Cover and refrigerate for <strong>at least 2 hours<\/strong> (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the brownies to soften perfectly.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for the Best Brownie Trifle<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Let brownies cool completely before cutting<\/li>\n<li>Use creamy peanut butter for the smoothest pudding<\/li>\n<li>Chill longer for deeper flavor and better texture<\/li>\n<li>Serve in a clear dish for a beautiful layered presentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Variations &amp; Add-Ins<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extra Chocolate:<\/strong> Add chocolate syrup between layers<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crunchy Twist:<\/strong> Use crunchy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mini Cups:<\/strong> Assemble in individual dessert cups<\/li>\n<li><strong>No-Bake Option:<\/strong> Use store-bought brownies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Storage &amp; Make-Ahead Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Store covered in the refrigerator for up to <strong>3 days<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Best texture within the first <strong>48 hours<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Not freezer-friendly due to pudding and whipped topping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recipe Summary<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 25 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake Time:<\/strong> 25 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill Time:<\/strong> 2 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Time:<\/strong> ~3 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Servings:<\/strong> 10\u201312<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calories per Serving:<\/strong> ~480 kcal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>This <strong>Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle<\/strong> is rich, creamy, and loaded with chocolate-peanut butter goodness. It\u2019s the kind of dessert that disappears fast and has everyone asking for the recipe. Whether you\u2019re serving it at a holiday gathering or just treating yourself, this trifle is guaranteed to impress.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Reese\u2019s Brownie Pudding Trifle \u2013 The Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert &nbsp; If you\u2019re a fan of chocolate and&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":257,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-256","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=256"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":258,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256\/revisions\/258"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/257"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=256"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=256"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=256"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}