Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Peanut Butter Cookie Lasagna is the kind of dessert that feels nostalgic, indulgent, and irresistibly cozy all at once. It layers creamy peanut butter filling with soft whipped cream, rich drizzles of chocolate, caramel, and maple syrup, and plenty of peanut butter cookies for texture. There’s no baking involved, making it perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing dessert without turning on the oven. Every spoonful is sweet, creamy, slightly salty, and deeply comforting.

Preparation and Cooking Time

Prep time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 2–4 hours
Total time: About 2 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8–10 generous portions

Ingredients Overview

This dessert is all about layers and contrast. Crushed and whole peanut butter cookies create a sturdy, flavorful base. The cream layer is lightly sweetened with honey instead of sugar for a smooth, mellow sweetness. Chocolate, caramel, and maple syrup add richness and visual appeal, tying everything together into a dessert that looks just as good as it tastes.

Ingredients

Layers

24 peanut butter cookies, crushed and whole
2 cups whipped cream
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup melted chocolate or chocolate drizzle
¼ cup maple syrup
½ cup caramel sauce
Extra crushed peanut butter cookies, for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Build the Cream Base

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth, thick, and well combined.
Gently fold in half of the whipped cream until the mixture becomes light and cloud-like, being careful not to deflate it.

Create the Cookie Foundation

Line the bottom of a serving dish with peanut butter cookies, using a mix of whole and crushed cookies. This creates a rustic base with both crunch and softness as the cookies absorb the cream.

Spread the Layers

Spoon a generous layer of the peanut butter cream over the cookie base and spread evenly.
Drizzle lightly with caramel sauce and melted chocolate.
Add a layer of whipped cream over the top.
Repeat the layering process—cookies, cream, drizzles, and whipped cream—until the dish is full, finishing with a cream or whipped topping layer.

Finish With the Final Toppings

Scatter extra crushed peanut butter cookies over the top.
Drizzle with melted chocolate and caramel sauce.
Finish with a visible ribbon of maple syrup across the surface for sweetness and shine.

Chill and Set

Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours. This allows the layers to set and the cookies to soften into a cake-like texture while the flavors meld together.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled, scooped into bowls or sliced into squares if using a firm dish. This dessert pairs beautifully with coffee, hot chocolate, or a glass of cold milk. For an extra indulgent presentation, add a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce just before serving.

Tips and Variations

You can swap honey for maple syrup in the cream base if you prefer a deeper flavor.
Crunchy peanut butter can be used for extra texture.
Add chopped Reese’s cups or chocolate chips between layers for even more decadence.
For cleaner slices, chill closer to 4 hours before serving.

Storage

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture improves after the first day as the layers settle, making it an excellent make-ahead dessert.

This Peanut Butter Cookie Lasagna is rich, cozy, and unapologetically indulgent—a no-bake dessert that feels like a warm hug in every bite.