Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding
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Have you ever had unexpected house guests that you needed to feed? If so, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding is the perfect easy treat!
According to my vintage cookbook from 1959, this recipe will help you “rise to the occasion” when you need a quick dessert. In fact, there is a whole section of recipes for those times when you have to exert yourself a little beyond the ordinary.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Milk
- Chunky Peanut Butter
- Instant Chocolate Pudding
Equipment You May Need
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Spoon
- Individual Serving Dishes
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for the pudding to set? Typically, instant pudding sets within 5-10 minutes after mixing. However, it may take slightly longer to reach the desired consistency, depending on the temperature of your kitchen and the type of milk used.
Can I make this pudding ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the chocolate peanut butter pudding ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to serve. Yes, this pudding makes a delicious filling for desserts. It can be used in pie crusts, layered in parfaits with whipped cream and crushed cookies, or as a filling for chocolate peanut butter tarts.
Substitutions and Variations
Peanut Butter Variations: You can use smooth peanut butter if you prefer a creamier texture in your pudding. If you want more crunch and peanut flavor, try using crunchy peanut butter with larger peanut pieces.
Garnish Options: Experiment with garnishes like crushed peanuts, chopped peanut butter cups, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of melted chocolate on top of your pudding for extra indulgence.
Texture and Mix-Ins: Customize the texture and add-ins by folding in chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, or crushed graham crackers to give your pudding a delightful twist.
Whipped Cream: Serve your chocolate peanut butter pudding with a dollop of whipped cream or a swirl of non-dairy whipped topping for an extra layer of creaminess.
Banana-Peanut Butter Twist: Mash a ripe banana and mix it into your pudding for a delightful banana-peanut butter-chocolate fusion.
Other Recipes You May Like
If chocolate is what you are looking for, you might also like my Chocolate Milkshake Recipe. Corn Flake Cookies and Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cakes are both delicious chocolate peanut butter options as well. You may also enjoy this Peanut Butter Dip.
Final Thoughts on Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding
I am not sure how often people actually just show up these days or how often we feel the need to make something to feed them when they do, but this recipe is great for any quick treat. Kids can help make it, too! Have you ever made instant pudding? Have you ever added anything to it? What is your favorite quick dessert? Let me know in the comments below.
Quick Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Cold Milk
- Ā½ Cup Chunky Peanut Butter
- 1 Package Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix 4 Serving Size
Instructions
- Pour milk into mixing bowl.
- Add peanut butter.
- Add pudding mix and use a whisk to beat well for 1-2 minutes (until combined).
- Spoon into individual serving dishes.
- Refrigerate or let set for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts or chocolate chips.
Adapted from The General Foods Kitchens Cookbook
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56 Comments
Siobhan (@veganbabelife)
Yum! Chocolate and peanut butter are a fab combination aren’t they! Siobhan ā” | Vegan Babe Life
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, they are the best! š
Holly
Chocolate? *Check* Peanut butter? *Check* Creaminess? *Check* — Oh my goodness! I am practically drooling on my keyboard here. This simple recipe looks absolutely delicious! I’m a big sucker for that combination of ingredients. We will absolutely be trying this in our home.
Thank you for sharing! ā„ I hope each of you in your home are well, happy, and blessed!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! Chocolate and peanut butter is my favorite combo and I love that it is so easy! You will love this. š
Ruth| Ruthiee loves Glamour
I have always wanted to taste peanut butter. I never even knew there was a pudding haha. This sounds and looks lovely. I would love to try it.
Heidi Bruaw
If you haven’t had peanut butter, you definitely need to try it! It is so delicious plain and with so many other things! I hope you get to taste it someday soon. š
Amanda
Oh wow! This sounds so amazing! Thanks for sharing š
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you so much! It is so yummy!
Merry
This one looks so delicious and easy to make š Thank you for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
It really is so easy and tasty! š
Jessica Khater
This looks absolutely delicious. I love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter. Will have to try it very soon. Thank you for sharing š
Heidi Bruaw
Of course! Chocolate and peanut butter are my favorite. š
nortoncharity
Yum! This looks so tasty and delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! I love sharing good finds! š
katieemmabeauty
Well these look delicious! I’m such a chocolate addict, so this is right up my street!
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Heidi Bruaw
Yes, perfect for chocolate addicts! š
Stephanie
This sounds so simple and yummy! A great weekday snack or evening treat. I bet my husband would love this š
Heidi Bruaw
It is perfect for a quick treat, that’s what makes it so great! š
bloglifewitherica
Thank you for sharing. It looks easy to make and delicious! I am going to try this.
xo Erica
Heidi Bruaw
Let me know if you try it! I would love to hear what you think. š
mnjarratt
This looks amazing! I can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is so easy and yummy!
Laura Hitt
Great idea! I love anything with peanut butter and chocolate, so I can’t wait to try this on a weekend day when I eat a little sugar!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you; I made the sugar-free version for less calories so I didn’t feel so bad eating it. š
Cecile Leger
I love Peanut butter and chocolate. I’m sure the 4 boys would love this recipes. Thanks for sharing.
Rachael
This looks delicious. Iāve never thought to add PB to pudding. You can never go wrong with chocolate and peanut butter!
Heidi Bruaw
I had never thought of it either and it’s so easy. Now I’m wondering what else I could add to pudding. Hmm…
lynnmumbingmejia
Yum! I love pudding mix. My favorite is pistachio! I have to try making your recipe as I love peanut butter. Thanks for sharing, Heidi! xx
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Heidi Bruaw
Pudding mix is so versatile! I love it. I don’t think I’ve had pistachio. I will have to try it!
Ceci Rey
This is fantastic! I will be trying this recipe for my daughters…they will love it! šššØ
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! My kids loved it, that’s for sure. š
Ami
This is so easy! Vintage cookbooks are the best. I love when they can take something simple like instant pudding and turn it into something special and crowd pleasing.
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, I love that it’s so easy. Vintage cookbooks are my favorite and they give me such great ideas. š
Headphonesthoughts
This looks to delicious. I love peanut butter and chocolate. Have in the two together and in pudding , a yes for me.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! š Let me know if you make it.
Simona ~ The Grumpy Olive
I shall too rise to the occasion and eat all the puddings in one go, because they look absolutely delicious Heidi!!
Heidi Bruaw
Lol, thank you! I could have eaten the whole bowl before I poured it into the dishes!
Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama
Thank you for sharing! This sounds yummy!
Heidi Bruaw
You’re welcome! It is so delicious. š
bexbooksandstuff
This sounds absolutely delicious. I LOVE anything chocolate and peanut butter combined! Although I’m not sure what chocolate pudding mix is? š¤ If I can find that out I’ll be making these ASAP!!
Aga
Thank you so much for sharing, I’m going to try this recipe!!
To be honest, I have a sweet tooth, I can’t resist good desserts and this one sounds and looks sooo yummy!!
xxxx Aga
sejal
Looks delicious! I’m a big chocolate fan, but not that much of peanut butter. However this combinations seems yummy, maybe I’ll make it this weekend. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
TheQuietGirl (Anissa)
I’m not that much of a peanut butter person but I do love chocolate, I may try this actually since the recipe is pretty simple. Great post!
Nancy
Yum! The chocolate peanut butter pudding looks delicious. Pretty neat that this came from the vintage cookbook! It looks great to eat, especially for dessert. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
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Isa A
I’ve tried the classic mix of chocolate and peanut butter in desserts and love it. But never have I heard of a chocolate pudding to add in them too so can’t imagine the taste. Sounds very interesting!!! I’ll try it this way. Thanks for always getting me excited over ur recipes. Still cant forget ur oats fudge bars <3
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Meredith Dent
This looks SO GOOD! Iām going to have to make some soon ā¤ļø
thatmamaclub
Yum! These look so delicious!
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is very easy to make too!
danielle nieman
Yum! Definitely gonna try this recipe!
Heidi Bruaw
Yay! Let me know what you think. š
wombatjambalayaoberon31620
This sounds so amazing. I need to try this recipe. Thank you for sharing.
Heidi Bruaw
Thank you! It is so delicious and super simple! š
aspoonfulofvanilla
This sounds amazing I love a chocolate and peanut butter combination. This sounds amazing!
Heidi Bruaw
Thanks! It was delicious and super easy to make! Chocolate and peanut butter are two of my favorites!
Cristina Rosano
I absolutely love anything that is easy to make and involves chocolate and peanut butter! A must-try for a weekday pick me up x
Heidi Bruaw
Yes, peanut butter and chocolate are always a great combo! š