Peanut Butter Fudge Brownie Trifle

Peanut Butter Fudge Brownie Trifle

Ingredients:

• Brownies (store-bought or homemade; about 1 box or batch, cooled and cut into squares)

• 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (smooth or chunky, depending on preference)

• 1/2 cup heavy cream (for a silky texture)

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for fudge layer)

• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

• 2 cups whipped cream (you can use cool whip or freshly whipped cream)

• Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)

• Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Make Brownies: Bake your brownies according to the recipe or box instructions. Once they’re baked, let them cool completely. Cut them into bite-sized squares and set aside.

2. Peanut Butter Layer:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, heavy cream, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, you can add a little more cream to adjust the texture.

3. Fudge Layer:

   • In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk together over low heat, stirring constantly. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool for a bit until it thickens up slightly (but still pourable).

4. Whipped Cream:

   • If you’re making whipped cream from scratch, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in a bit of sugar if you like it sweeter.

5. Assemble the Trifle:

   • In a large trifle dish (or any clear glass dish), layer the ingredients starting with a layer of brownies at the bottom. Follow that with a layer of the peanut butter mixture. Then drizzle some fudge sauce on top, and add a layer of whipped cream.

   • Repeat these layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.

6. Garnish:

   • For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped peanuts and chocolate shavings on top. You could even drizzle a little extra fudge sauce for a decadent finish.

7. Chill:

   • Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the layers to set.