A creamy, chilled dessert with peanut butter, fruity gelatin, and whipped topping—perfect for gatherings.
# Components:
→ Gelatin Base
01 - 1 (6 oz) package strawberry gelatin dessert mix
02 - 2 cups boiling water
03 - 1 cup cold water
→ Peanut Butter Layer
04 - 1 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1 cup whipped topping, thawed
→ Topping
08 - 1 cup whipped topping, for garnish
09 - 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
# Method:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin dessert mix in boiling water. Stir thoroughly until fully dissolved, then incorporate cold water. Blend until consistent and pour into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Refrigerate for 1 hour until gelatin is partially set but not yet firm.
02 - In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to beat together creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, and powdered sugar until texture is smooth and creamy. Fold in 1 cup of thawed whipped topping using a rubber spatula until evenly mixed.
03 - Once the gelatin base is partially set, gently spread the peanut butter mixture in an even layer over the gelatin using a spatula.
04 - Return dish to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 additional hour, or until all layers are firm and set.
05 - Before serving, evenly spread the remaining whipped topping across the surface and sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts if desired. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
