Description
This creamy no-bake peanut butter pie features a luscious filling, buttery graham cracker crust, and optional chocolate drizzle, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup or melted chocolate (optional)
- Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture using a rubber spatula. Be gentle to maintain the light, airy texture.
- Spoon the peanut butter filling over the chilled crust, spreading it out evenly. Smooth the top with the spatula.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set. Overnight chilling is even better if you have the time.
- Before serving, drizzle chocolate syrup or melted chocolate over the top. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts for an added crunch.
Notes
[‘Use room-temperature cream cheese to ensure it mixes smoothly with the peanut butter.’, ‘Chill your mixing bowl and whisk in the freezer for 10 minutes before whipping cream.’, ‘Press the crust firmly into the pie dish to prevent crumbling when slicing.’, ‘Add an extra 2 tablespoons of peanut butter for a stronger flavor.’, ‘If the filling seems too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen it slightly.’]
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 5
Keywords: peanut butter pie, no-bake dessert, creamy pie, easy dessert, chocolate topping