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Peanut Butter Pie


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  • Author: Leslie Bennett
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich, no-bake peanut butter pie with a chocolate graham cracker crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and indulgent toppings like melted chocolate, peanut butter drizzle, and Reese’s cups. Perfect for holidays, parties, or as a homemade treat to enjoy at home.


Ingredients

For the Crust:

– 14 whole (196 grams) chocolate graham crackers

– 1 tablespoon light brown sugar

– 7 tablespoons (99 grams) unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

– 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature

– ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, divided

– 1 cup (270 grams) creamy conventional peanut butter

– 1 cup (240 grams) heavy whipping cream

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

– Melted peanut butter

– Melted chocolate

– Mini Reese’s cups

– Peanut butter chips


Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Prepare the Crust: In a food processor, process chocolate graham crackers and brown sugar until finely ground. Add melted butter and pulse until moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate using the bottom of a measuring cup or glass. Bake for 10–12 minutes until fragrant. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat cream cheese, ¾ cup powdered sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with an electric mixer until thick and light. Add remaining 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and vanilla extract; continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture. Pour into the prepared crust.
  4. Chill or Freeze: Freeze for 3 hours or refrigerate for at least 6 hours until set.
  5. Add Toppings: Place melted peanut butter and chocolate in separate piping bags or resealable bags. Snip off a tiny corner and drizzle over the pie. Top with mini Reese’s cups and peanut butter chips.
  6. Serve: Serve frozen or refrigerated, depending on preference.

Notes

– Use room-temperature cream cheese and peanut butter for smooth blending.

– Avoid overmixing the whipped cream to maintain its airy texture.

– Adjust powdered sugar levels after folding to ensure balanced sweetness.

– Store leftovers in the fridge, covered, for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg