Description
Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, rich, and fluffy dessert combining smooth peanut butter with a light whipped filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make pie delivers a perfect balance of nutty flavor and sweet indulgence that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
For the Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnishes
- Whipped cream
- Chopped peanuts
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Fresh berries or sliced bananas
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and sides of a pie dish to form an even crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling to help it set.
- Whip the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar to sweeten. Gently fold in the whipped topping and vanilla extract to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the peanut butter filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set properly.
- Garnish before serving: Add your favorite toppings such as whipped cream, chopped peanuts, or chocolate shavings just before serving. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese and peanut butter for a smoother filling.
- Chill the pie for at least four hours to let it firm up fully.
- Fold whipped topping in gently to maintain the airy texture.
- Opt for natural, creamy peanut butter for best flavor without added oils or excess sweetness.
- Press the crust mixture firmly to avoid crumbling when slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg