Butterfinger Lush The Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Layered Dessert
This Butterfinger Lush Dessert is a no-bake, crowd-pleasing layered treat that combines a buttery graham cracker crust (or angel food cake base) with a tangy cream cheese layer, smooth vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy Butterfinger candy bits. It’s rich yet light, sweet yet balanced, and incredibly easy to assemble. Ideal for summer gatherings, holiday parties, or whenever you need a quick and stunning dessert, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the cream cheese layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the pudding layer:
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
For the topping:
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 cup crushed Butterfinger candy bars
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form a crust. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread the mixture evenly over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Let sit for a couple of minutes, then spread over the cream cheese layer.
- Spread the remaining 1 ½ cups of whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Sprinkle crushed Butterfinger candy evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
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Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
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Chill each layer briefly for cleaner spreading and sharper lines.
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Add Butterfinger topping right before serving for maximum crunch.
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Can be served in a trifle dish or as individual cups for personal portions.
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Swap the crust or pudding for endless variations.