Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie Recipe
Indulge in this luscious Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie featuring a creamy peanut butter filling nestled in a crisp graham cracker crust, topped with a rich, silky chocolate ganache and garnished with crunchy chopped peanuts. Perfect for a no-bake dessert that combines the classic flavors of chocolate and peanut butter in a smooth, decadent pie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 9-inch graham cracker crust
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate cold bowl, whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form to create a light and airy texture.
- Combine Filling and Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture to keep the filling light and fluffy without deflating the whipped cream.
- Fill the Crust: Spread the peanut butter cream mixture evenly into the ready-made graham cracker crust to form the base layer of the pie.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly each time until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture to enhance the flavor.
- Top the Pie: Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter filling in the crust, spreading evenly to create a smooth top layer.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until the filling and topping are set and firm.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top for added crunch and a decorative touch, if desired.
Notes
- For best results, soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
- Microwave chocolate in short intervals and stir frequently to prevent burning.
- This pie is best served chilled and consumed within 2-3 days for freshness.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Substitute dairy whipping cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option, adjusting whipping technique accordingly.
Keywords: chocolate peanut butter pie, no-bake pie, peanut butter cream pie, graham cracker crust dessert, easy chocolate pie
