Description
Indulgent “peanut butter pie” promises a creamy paradise of rich, silky textures that dance across palates. Chocolate graham cracker crust and whipped peanut butter filling blend into a delectable dessert you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Topping:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Pulverize graham crackers into fine crumbs, blending with granulated sugar until uniformly mixed.
- Pour melted butter into cracker mixture, pressing firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to create an even, compact crust.
- Chill crust in refrigerator for 15 minutes to solidify while preparing filling.
- Whip cream cheese until smooth and creamy, gradually incorporating peanut butter and powdered sugar.
- Fold in vanilla extract, ensuring complete integration of ingredients.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, gently folding into peanut butter mixture to create a light, airy filling.
- Spread filling evenly over chilled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Melt chocolate chips in microwave or double boiler until completely liquid and glossy.
- Drizzle melted chocolate across pie’s surface in decorative patterns.
- Sprinkle chopped peanuts over chocolate layer for added crunch and texture.
- Drizzle caramel sauce in delicate streams across the pie.
- Refrigerate pie for minimum 4 hours or overnight to allow filling to set completely.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with dollops of whipped cream.
- Slice and serve chilled for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and prevent lumpy texture in filling.
- Crush graham crackers finely using a food processor for uniform, compact crust that holds together perfectly.
- Chill mixing bowl and whisk before whipping cream to achieve maximum volume and stable peaks.
- Consider dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream and vegan cream cheese for lactose-intolerant or plant-based diets.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier version.
- Prevent chocolate from seizing by melting slowly and adding a tiny splash of neutral oil for glossy finish.
- Enhance flavor profile by toasting peanuts before chopping for deeper, richer nutty undertones.
- Make ahead and freeze for up to two weeks, wrapping tightly to maintain fresh taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 476
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 204 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 57 mg