Description
This rich and creamy Peanut Butter Fluff Dip is an indulgent treat that combines the best of both worlds: peanut butter and chocolate. With a smooth peanut butter and cream cheese base, lightened by fluffy whipped topping and enhanced with chunks of peanut butter cups, Reese’s minis, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether served with cookies, pretzels, or fruit, this dip will satisfy even the most intense sweet cravings. It’s easy to make and guaranteed to be the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese, room temperature
- 1¼ cups creamy peanut butter
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant white chocolate pudding mix
- 1¼ cups cold whole milk
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping, thawed
- 14 fun-size peanut butter cups, quartered (divided: 10 for the filling, 4 for garnish)
- 1 cup halved Reese’s minis (for the filling)
- 1½ cups mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided: 1 cup for the filling, ½ cup for garnish)
- ½ cup whole Reese’s minis (for garnish)
- Nutter Butters, chocolate sandwich cookies, or chocolate-striped cookies for dipping
Instructions
1. Beat Cream Cheese and Peanut Butter:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter until smooth, about 1 to 1½ minutes. Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
2. Add Pudding Mix and Milk:
Sprinkle the pudding mix over the peanut butter mixture. With the mixer on medium-low, slowly drizzle in the cold milk. Continue mixing until everything is well incorporated and the texture is creamy and smooth.
3. Fold in Whipped Topping:
Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the mixture using a spatula. Fold, rather than stir, to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
4. Incorporate Mix-Ins:
Fold in the 10 quartered peanut butter cups, 1 cup of halved Reese’s minis, and 1 cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips. Distribute these ingredients evenly throughout the dip for bursts of texture and flavor in every bite.
5. Garnish the Dip:
Top the dip with the remaining quartered peanut butter cups, whole Reese’s minis, and ½ cup of mini chocolate chips. This garnish not only looks appealing but adds extra flavor and texture to the final presentation.
6. Chill and Serve:
Cover the dip with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the dip to set. Serve chilled with your favorite dippers like cookies, pretzels, or fruit.
Notes
- Customizing Mix-Ins: Feel free to switch up the candy mix-ins. Try using Snickers, M&Ms, or other candies for a fun twist. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips or crushed cookies.
- Healthier Alternatives: To make the dip lighter, use reduced-fat cream cheese, sugar-free pudding mix, and light whipped topping. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free dippers like pretzels or rice cakes.
- Storage: Leftover dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to cover it tightly to maintain freshness.