Description

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate layered dessert experience with Heaven in a Bowl. This crowd-pleasing, no-bake treat is a masterpiece of flavor and texture—perfect for those looking for quick breakfast options, easy dinner desserts, or party-ready food ideas. With layers of fudgy brownie chunks, creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, silky chocolate ganache, and a rich caramel drizzle, it’s a symphony of sweet, salty, creamy, and crunchy. Whether you’re planning a celebration or just want a new addition to your easy recipe rotation, this dish is pure bliss in every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Brownie Base:

1 box brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as per instructions)

For the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer:

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

For the Chocolate Ganache (optional):

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:

1 cup whipped topping or sweetened whipped cream
1/2 cup caramel sauce
10–12 mini peanut butter cups

Instructions

Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions. Bake and let cool completely. Cut into bite-sized cubes.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix well. Fold in whipped topping gently until fluffy.
To make the ganache, heat heavy cream and pour over chocolate chips. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
In a large trifle or glass bowl, layer half the brownie cubes. Top with half the peanut butter mixture, drizzle with half of the ganache and caramel.
Repeat the layers with remaining brownies, peanut butter mixture, ganache, and caramel.
Top with whipped topping and garnish with peanut butter cups.
Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours