A silky peanut butter pie nestled in a crisp chocolate cookie crust—a no‑bake indulgence blending rich flavors and luxurious texture.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This pie delivers rich, peanut‑buttery creaminess contrasted by a chocolatey base. It requires no baking, comes together quickly, and offers impressive flavor and texture with minimal effort.
ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., chocolate graham or Oreo without filling)
- Melted butter (for crust)
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Creamy peanut butter
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream or whipped topping
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: chocolate shavings or ganache for garnish
directions
- Combine cookie crumbs with melted butter, press into pie dish to form crust, and chill to set.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Fold in whipped cream until light and creamy.
- Pour filling into crust and smooth top.
- Chill until firm (several hours or overnight).
- Garnish before serving as desired.
Servings and timing
Serves 8.
Preparation: 15 minutes.
Chill time: at least 4 hours or overnight.
Total time: ~4 hours 15 minutes (mostly inactive).
Variations
- Use salted peanut butter and sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips inside filling.
- Use almond or cashew butter for variation.
storage/reheating
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep chilled; do not freeze (texture may suffer).
FAQs
Can I bake the crust?
Not necessary—but you may bake at 180 °C (350 °F) for 5 minutes for extra firmness.
Can I make it dairy‑free?
Use dairy‑free cream cheese and whipped topping.
Is it overly sweet?
Balance sweetness by using salted peanut butter or reducing powdered sugar slightly.
Can I make mini versions?
Yes—assemble in tartlet pans or individual cups; reduce chilling slightly.
Why is filling too loose?
Ensure whipped cream is firm and cooling time is sufficient. Consider adding more powdered sugar or cream cheese.
Can I freeze the pie?
Not recommended. Freezing affects texture and separation may occur.
Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes—a thicker consistency may need additional powdered sugar to stabilize.
How long to chill?
At least 4 hours; overnight yields best slice‑ability.
Can I add chocolate ganache on top?
Yes—that adds richness and visual appeal.
How do I serve?
Serve chilled, sliced with a chilled pie server for clean cuts.
Conclusion
Creamy Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Crust is a luscious no‑bake dessert offering rich flavor, elegant presentation, and effortless prep. It’s perfect for gatherings or indulgent weekends where decadence meets simplicity.