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Homemade Peanut Butter Pie

This peanut butter pie combines a crisp chocolate crumb crust with a smooth, airy peanut butter and cream cheese filling. Finish it with drizzles of chocolate and peanut butter, then add mini Reese’s cups and peanut butter chips for an extra-rich topping. The pie can be served chilled or frozen, making it a convenient dessert to prepare ahead of time.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Peanut Butter Pie, Peanut Butter Pie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Chilling Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 10

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 14 whole (196 grams) chocolate graham crackers
  • 1 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 7 tbsp (99 grams) unsalted butter, melted

For the filling

  • 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (94 grams) powdered sugar plus 2 tablespoons, divided
  • 1 cup (270 grams) creamy conventional peanut butter
  • 1 cup (240 grams) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the topping

  • Melted peanut butter
  • Melted chocolate
  • Mini Reese’s cups
  • Peanut butter chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.

Prepare the crust

  • Add the chocolate graham crackers and light brown sugar to a food processor. Process until the crackers have become fine crumbs.
  • Pour in the melted butter and pulse until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie plate. Using the bottom of a measuring cup, glass, or ramekin, firmly press the crumbs across the base and up the sides of the plate.
  • Bake for approximately 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust smells fragrant. Transfer the pie plate to a wire rack and allow the crust to cool completely.

Make the peanut butter filling

  • Place the softened cream cheese, 3/4 cup powdered sugar, and peanut butter in a large bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat for approximately 3 minutes, until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
  • In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment to whip the heavy cream until it becomes thick and light.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and the vanilla extract. Continue whipping until the cream forms stiff peaks.
  • Carefully fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until combined.
  • Spoon the filling into the cooled pie crust and spread it evenly. Freeze for 3 hours, or refrigerate for at least 6 hours.

Decorate and serve

  • Transfer the melted peanut butter and melted chocolate into separate resealable bags or piping bags. Cut a very small opening from the corner or tip of each bag.
  • Gently squeeze the bags to drizzle the peanut butter and chocolate across the surface of the pie. Finish with mini Reese’s cups and peanut butter chips.
  • Serve the pie either frozen or refrigerated.

Notes

Recipe Notes

  • Peanut Butter: Conventional creamy peanut butter gives the filling a smooth, consistent texture. Natural peanut butter also works, but stir it extremely well so there are no dry pockets or separated oil.
  • Chocolate Graham Crackers: If you can’t find chocolate graham crackers, Chocolate Teddy Grahams are a good substitute.
  • Cream Cheese: Bring the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing. This makes it easier to blend into a smooth, lump-free filling.
  • Whipped Cream: Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the peanut butter mixture. Avoid overmixing so the filling stays light and fluffy.
  • Chilling: Give the pie enough time to set before slicing. Freeze for 3 hours or refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  • Serving: Serve refrigerated for a softer, creamier filling or frozen for a firmer texture.
  • Storage: Keep the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.
  • Optional Whipped Cream: For an extra creamy topping, whip 1 cup (240 grams) chilled heavy cream with 2 tablespoons (15 grams) powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, then spread over the chilled pie.
Based on the ingredients in the recipe card and assuming 10 servings, the estimated nutrition per serving is:

Nutrition

Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 317mg | Potassium: 305mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 769IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition is an estimate and can vary depending on the brands and the amounts of melted chocolate, peanut butter, Reese’s cups, and peanut butter chips used for topping.
 
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