Description
Creamy, no-bake peanut butter pie delivers a dreamy dessert experience that blends rich nutty flavor with silky smooth texture. Chocolate cookie crust and whipped peanut butter filling create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Topping and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling (optional)
- Chopped peanuts, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Create a cohesive crust mixture by combining graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, ensuring thorough incorporation of ingredients.
- Press the crumb mixture evenly and firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, compacting the base to form a solid foundation.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for approximately 30 minutes to allow it to set and stabilize.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until smooth and creamy, preparing it for additional ingredients.
- Incorporate peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, blending until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
- Gradually introduce milk while continuously beating the mixture, ensuring a silky and well-integrated filling.
- Carefully pour the peanut butter filling over the chilled crust, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a level surface.
- Place the pie in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for a minimum of 4 hours, permitting the filling to firm and set completely.
- Before serving, embellish the pie with a generous layer of whipped cream, creating an elegant topping.
- Enhance the presentation by drizzling chocolate syrup across the surface and sprinkling chopped peanuts for added texture and visual appeal.
- Keep the pie chilled until ready to serve for optimal flavor and consistency.
Notes
- Press graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly to create a solid, compact base that won’t crumble when slicing.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps and achieve a silky-smooth filling texture.
- Freeze the pie for a firmer, ice cream-like consistency that’s perfect for hot summer days.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives and use dairy-free cream cheese for a celiac or vegan-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg