Chocolate Peanut Butter Dirt Cake

This easy no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Dirt Cake is layered with crushed Oreo cookies, a creamy peanut butter filling, rich chocolate pudding, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for an irresistible dessert everyone loves!

If chocolate and peanut butter are your favorite dessert combination, this easy no-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Dirt Cake is about to become a new favorite. With layers of an Oreo cookie crust, creamy peanut butter filling, chocolate pudding, and chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, every bite is rich, creamy, and packed with chocolate peanut butter flavor.

It tastes even better after chilling, making it perfect for potlucks, birthdays, holidays, and family gatherings. If you already love my classic Oreo Dirt Cake, this chocolate peanut butter version is the next recipe to try!

Ingredient Notes

See the printable recipe card below for exact measurements and full instructions.

• Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese creates the smoothest peanut butter layer. Be sure it’s softened before mixing.
• Creamy Peanut Butter: Stick with regular creamy peanut butter (such as Jif or Skippy) for the best texture. Natural peanut butter can separate and make the filling oily.
• Instant Chocolate Pudding: Be sure to use instant pudding mix, not cook-and-serve, so the pudding layer sets properly.
• Whipped Topping: Thaw completely before folding it into each layer for the lightest texture.

Easy Ways to Change It Up

This no-bake dessert is easy to customize with a few simple swaps!

• Use Peanut Butter Oreos: Swap regular Oreos for Peanut Butter Oreos for even more peanut butter flavor.
• Try a Different Pudding Flavor: Instant chocolate fudge or white chocolate pudding both work well in place of regular chocolate pudding.
• Make Individual Dirt Cups: Layer the ingredients into small jars or dessert cups for parties, holidays, or easy grab-and-go servings.
• Need another bite-sized dessert? My Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Bites are always a hit!
• Switch Up the Candy: Replace the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups with Reese’s Pieces or chopped peanut butter M&M’s for a fun twist.
• Make a Bigger Batch: Double the recipe and assemble it in a 9×13-inch baking dish when serving a crowd.

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Dirt Cake

Step 1. Place 16 Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.

Step 2. Mix the Oreo crumbs with the softened butter, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 8×8-inch baking dish.

Step 3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 8 ounces of the whipped topping until fully combined.

Step 4. Evenly spread the peanut butter mixture over the Oreo crust.

Step 5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining ½ cup powdered sugar, cold milk, and instant chocolate pudding mix for about 2 minutes, or until thickened. Gently fold in the remaining whipped topping until fully combined.

Step 6. Sprinkle the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups evenly over the peanut butter layer.

Step 7. Evenly spread the chocolate pudding mixture over the peanut butter cups.

Step 8. Sprinkle the remaining Oreo cookie crumbs and any additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best flavor and texture.

Make-Ahead & Storage

• Make Ahead: This Chocolate Peanut Butter Dirt Cake tastes even better after chilling. Assemble it up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve. If you love easy make-ahead desserts, be sure to try my Peanut Butter Lasagna next!
• Refrigerator: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze tightly covered for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
• For Serving: For the best flavor and texture, serve chilled. If desired, add a few extra chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups or Oreo cookie crumbs just before serving.

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