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Homemade Peanut Butter Pie

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This no-bake pie has a chocolatey biscuit crust layered with a luscious peanut butter and cream cheese mix. It’s topped with Reese’s candies, chocolate sauce, and a touch of peanut butter drizzle for an extra treat.

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Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:23:10 GMT
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This Peanut Butter Pie is truly something special. The chocolate graham crust pairs amazingly with the smooth peanut butter center and fancy toppings on top. It's completely over-the-top in the best way! If you love the peanut butter-chocolate combo, you'll go crazy for this simple treat. You can make it ahead too, which makes it perfect when you've got company coming.

What Makes This Pie So Special

The mix of textures in this pie will blow you away. You get that firm, buttery base holding up an incredibly light peanut butter mixture, and then there's the yummy chocolate drizzle and candy bits sprinkled on top. You won't believe how simple it is to put together, and you don't even need to turn on your oven! The whole thing comes together without any fuss. Serve it cold from the fridge or frozen—either way, everyone will be fighting for another slice.

What You'll Need for This Pie

  • Chocolate Graham Crackers: Smashed up to create the base of your pie.
  • Butter: When melted, it helps your crust stick together.
  • Creamy Peanut Butter: The main flavor that makes this dessert so delicious.
  • Cream Cheese: Brings a nice tang and smooth texture to your filling.
  • Heavy Cream: Gets whipped up to make the filling super airy.
  • Powdered Sugar: Adds sweetness while staying perfectly smooth.
  • Vanilla Extract: Brings all the flavors together nicely.
  • Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cups: Fun extras to dress up the top if you want.

Building Your Perfect Crust

Get That Crust Ready
Turn those chocolate graham crackers into tiny crumbs with a food processor or by crushing them with a rolling pin. Mix in your melted butter until everything looks wet and clumps together when pressed. Push this mixture all around a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and working it up the sides. Pop it in the fridge while you work on the next part.

Whipping Up The Creamy Center

Get The Cream Fluffy
Grab your mixer and beat the heavy cream with vanilla until it stands up in firm peaks. Put this aside for now.
Create The Peanutty Mix
In another bowl, mix your cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until it's all smooth with no lumps. Carefully mix in your whipped cream, folding it in so everything stays light and airy.
Put It All Together
Scoop all that creamy goodness into your waiting crust and smooth out the top so it looks nice and even.
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Finishing Touches Before Cooling

Make It Pretty
Pour some melted chocolate and peanut butter over your pie in zigzags or swirls. Throw on some chopped peanut butter cups or Reese's Pieces if you want to make it extra fancy and tasty.
Let It Set Up
Cover your masterpiece with some plastic wrap and stick it in the fridge for at least 4 hours. If you want it firmer, the freezer works great too. Just wait until it's completely set before cutting into it.

Enjoying Your Peanut Butter Creation

You can enjoy this pie straight from the fridge or freezer, whatever you like best. Any leftovers will stay good in the fridge for about 3 days if you keep them covered. Want to save it longer? Wrap it up tight and freeze it for up to a month. If it's frozen solid, you can let it thaw overnight in the fridge, or just eat it frozen for a cool treat. This dessert fits in anywhere—from casual family dinners to fancy get-togethers!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Is this pie good to make in advance?

Absolutely, this pie is a great option for prepping ahead. It keeps well in the fridge for 3 days or can be frozen for up to a month. Just wait to add your toppings until serving to keep things fresh.

→ What’s the best type of peanut butter to use?

You’ll want to stick with regular creamy peanut butter. Brands like Skippy or Jif work best because they don’t separate or mess with the texture of the filling. Natural peanut butter might not blend as smoothly.

→ Can I switch up the crust?

Yes! Instead of chocolate graham crackers, you can use crushed Oreos, simple graham crackers, or even Chocolate Teddy Grahams. All make a fabulous base for this pie.

→ Why does cream cheese need to be soft?

If the cream cheese is at room temperature, it blends more easily into the filling without producing lumps. Leave it out for about an hour to reach the right consistency.

→ How do I tell if my whipped cream has stiff peaks?

When you lift the mixer beater, the cream should hold its tip upright without collapsing. If it droops, keep whipping a little longer. Just be careful not to overdo it, or you’ll end up with grainy cream.

Homemade Peanut Butter Pie

A rich pie with a creamy peanut butter and cheese filling sitting on a chocolate crust, topped with candy pieces and drizzled with flavorful sauces. Great to prep ahead!

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
32 Minutes

Category: Dessert Recipes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American-inspired

Yield: 10 Servings (1 9-inch pie)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 14 full-size chocolate-flavored digestive biscuits (196 grams).
02 99 grams of melted unsalted butter (7 tablespoons).
03 1 tablespoon of brown sugar with a light texture.
04 227 grams of cream cheese at room temperature (8 ounces).
05 Whipping cream, 1 cup of it (240 grams).
06 About 94 grams of powdered sugar, split: 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons.
07 One teaspoon of vanilla flavoring.
08 270 grams of smooth, classic peanut butter (1 cup).
09 Warm chocolate for drizzling over the pie.
10 Peanut butter chips to garnish on top.
11 Mini peanut butter cups (chocolates) to use as decorations.
12 Melted peanut butter to drizzle on the surface.

Instructions

Step 01

Start by turning on your oven and setting it at 163°C (325°F).

Step 02

Take a food processor and blend the digestive biscuits with the sugar until the texture becomes finely ground. Gradually blend in the butter until the mix is moist. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan, ensuring it covers the base and sides evenly using the bottom of a cup or a ramekin.

Step 03

Place the crust in the oven and let it bake for 10 to 12 minutes until you smell a toasty aroma. Let it cool down entirely on a wire rack.

Step 04

Grab a big mixing bowl and beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, and 3/4 cup of powdered sugar together for around 3 minutes until it becomes smooth and fluffy. Use an electric mixer for this.

Step 05

In another bowl, use your mixer with the whisk attachment to whip the heavy cream until it becomes thick and airy. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and the vanilla extract, whipping again until firm peaks form.

Step 06

Carefully combine the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture by folding. Pour this combined filling over the prepared crust and pop it into your freezer for 3 hours, or chill it in your fridge for a minimum of 6 hours.

Step 07

Transfer your warmed chocolate and peanut butter into separate piping or resealable bags. Make a small cut at one corner of each bag, then drizzle both over the top of the pie. Decorate with peanut butter cups and a sprinkle of peanut butter chips.

Notes

  1. If chocolate-coated digestive biscuits are hard to find, swap for similar chocolate cookies.
  2. Store this dessert in the fridge for up to 3 days or keep it in the freezer for no more than a month.

Tools You'll Need

  • Blender or food processor.
  • 9-inch round pie dish.
  • An electric hand mixer.
  • Cooling rack to let the crust chill.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Peanuts.
  • Dairy products.
  • Gluten from wheat-based ingredients.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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