Best Circus Peanut Pudding Recipes

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CIRCUS PEANUT GELATIN



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Circus peanuts are one of the most popular candies in my hometown's old-fashioned candy shop. When I saw this circus peanut Jell-O recipe, I knew just where to buy them. Kids love the cool fruity taste, and older folks enjoy the trip down memory lane. -Ruthanne Mengel, De Motte, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

47 circus peanut candies, divided
1 cup boiling water, divided
2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Cut 32 candies into small pieces; place in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1/4 cup of boiling water. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 45 seconds longer. Stir until smooth. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in remaining boiling water. Stir in candy mixture and pineapple. Refrigerate until partially set. , Fold in whipped topping. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. dish. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares; top each square with a remaining circus peanut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 3g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PEANUT PUDDING DESSERT



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I prepared this rich yummy dessert recently, and our guests wanted seconds. The crunchy chopped peanut crust is such a nice complement to the creamy chocolate and peanut butter layers. You're sure to be asking for seconds, too! -Patricia Senkow Dickson City, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup chopped dry roasted peanuts
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup peanut butter
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2-3/4 cups cold milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
Chocolate curls and additional chopped peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cut butter into flour until crumbly. Stir in peanuts. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 16-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and peanut butter until smooth. Fold in 1-1/2 cups whipped topping. Carefully spread over crust., In a large bowl, whisk the milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Carefully spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining whipped topping. Garnish with chocolate curls and additional peanuts if desired. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PINA COLADA LUSH



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Pina colada lush is such a fantastic warm weather dessert-it's so light and refreshing, and a breeze to make! I love how the tart pineapple pairs with the sweet coconut. -Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h20m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whole milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant coconut cream pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Maraschino cherries, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter and brown sugar in a large bowl. Press onto the bottom and up sides of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a second bowl, beat together cream cheese, pineapple and confectioners' sugar. Stir in vanilla extract; spread into crust. , In same bowl, whisk together milk and pudding mix until thickened, about 2 minutes. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping; spread pudding mixture over the cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining whipped topping. , Sprinkle with toasted coconut. Refrigerate, covered, until set, about 3 hours. If desired, garnish with cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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