Description
This easy peanut butter pie is a luscious no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a creamy blend of peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar, all topped with fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for peanut butter lovers looking for a quick and impressive dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand and the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust layer. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set while preparing the filling.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for a silky texture.
- Add sweetness: Gradually add powdered sugar to the peanut butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated and fluffy.
- Incorporate whipped topping: Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping to the peanut butter mixture, maintaining the light and airy texture without deflating the whipped topping.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Chill the pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 4 hours, or until firm, allowing the flavors to meld and the filling to set completely.
- Serve: Once chilled and set, slice and serve the peanut butter pie chilled for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use smooth, creamy peanut butter for a silky filling texture.
- For a crunchy twist, mix some chopped peanuts into the filling or sprinkle on top before serving.
- Allowing the pie to chill overnight enhances its flavor and firmness.
- Graham cracker crust can be swapped with digestive biscuits for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Keep the pie refrigerated until served to maintain freshness and texture.
