Description
Creamy peanut butter fluff dances between dessert and cloud-like dream, promising pure indulgence. Rich, airy textures and sweet comfort invite you to savor each delightful spoonful of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (7 ounces / 198 grams) jar marshmallow fluff
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) container Cool Whip
Sweet Enhancers:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts or peanut butter cups
Dipping Options:
- Graham crackers
- Pretzels
- Apple slices
- Vanilla wafers or cookies
Instructions
- Prepare the creamy foundation by blending softened cream cheese and peanut butter in a spacious mixing bowl until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar into the mixture, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth, well-integrated base.
- Carefully introduce whipped topping into the peanut butter mixture, using gentle folding motions to maintain the airy texture and prevent deflating the cream.
- If desired, delicately fold in miniature chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the fluffy concoction.
- Transfer the decadent spread into a serving dish, ensuring an even surface.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of one hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly.
- Prior to serving, enhance the presentation by sprinkling crushed peanuts or chopped peanut butter cups across the top for added crunch and visual appeal.
- Accompany the fluff with an assortment of dipping options such as graham crackers, crisp pretzels, or fresh fruit slices to create an interactive and enjoyable dessert experience.
Notes
- Opt for room temperature cream cheese to ensure a silky smooth texture without lumps.
- Swap traditional peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for nut-free alternatives.
- Use sugar-free marshmallow fluff and powdered sugar substitute to create a lower-carb version of this dessert.
- Enhance the dipping experience by experimenting with various mix-ins like crushed Oreos, caramel bits, or dark chocolate shavings for added complexity and crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg