Description
This No Bake Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Pie is a luscious, creamy dessert perfect for peanut butter lovers. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling made from cream cheese, peanut butter, and whipped cream, this pie requires no baking and sets in the refrigerator. Topped with chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, and a peanut butter drizzle, it offers a delightful combination of textures and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
Toppings
- Chopped peanuts
- Mini chocolate chips
- Peanut butter drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set while you prepare the filling.
- Make the filling: Using a mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully incorporated. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture to create a light and fluffy filling.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the chilled graham cracker crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top for an even finish.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours, allowing the filling to set firmly before serving.
- Add toppings and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the top of the pie with chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips. Drizzle with peanut butter for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- For easier spreading, chill the crust thoroughly before adding the filling.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter for a different texture and taste.
- Store leftover pie in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
