Description
Creamy No Bake Peanut Butter Pie blends rich chocolate and silky peanut butter in a graham cracker crust. Chilled dessert lovers will savor this simple, indulgent treat that delivers pure comfort and classic flavor combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (250 g) creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz (225 g) whipped topping (like Cool Whip) or 1 cup whipped heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsps (85 g) unsalted butter (melted)
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chocolate syrup or melted chocolate
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Pulverize graham crackers into fine crumbs, blending seamlessly with sugar and melted butter to form a cohesive mixture.
- Crust Molding: Press the crumb blend into a 9-inch pie dish, creating a uniform base and sidewall that provides a sturdy foundation for the filling.
- Filling Development: Whip cream cheese and peanut butter using an electric mixer until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency, then gradually introduce powdered sugar to create a velvety smooth base.
- Texture Enhancement: Delicately fold whipped topping into the peanut butter mixture, generating a light, cloud-like filling with gentle, billowing peaks.
- Assembly: Transfer the airy filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the surface with a spatula to eliminate any potential air pockets and ensure an elegant presentation.
- Chilling Process: Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the filling to solidify and develop a rich, luxurious texture; alternatively, freeze for 1-2 hours for an extra-firm consistency.
- Garnishing Finale: Before serving, adorn the pie with a graceful chocolate syrup drizzle and sprinkle with chopped peanuts or miniature chocolate chips to elevate both visual appeal and textural complexity.
Notes
- Crush Crackers Carefully: Use a food processor or rolling pin to achieve uniform, fine crumbs for a consistent, sturdy crust base.
- Blend Smoothly: Ensure cream cheese and peanut butter are at room temperature to prevent lumps and create a silky, even filling texture.
- Chill Strategically: Allow sufficient refrigeration time to help the pie set properly and develop rich, creamy consistency without compromising structural integrity.
- Customize Creatively: Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives for dietary restrictions or experiment with different nut butter variations like almond or cashew for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 402
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg