Description
This No Bake Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, indulgent dessert perfect for peanut butter lovers. Made with a smooth peanut butter and cream cheese filling nestled in a graham cracker crust, topped with fluffy Cool Whip and garnished with roasted peanuts, caramel, chocolate syrup, and mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, it’s an easy-to-make treat that requires no oven time and only a few hours in the freezer.
Ingredients
Filling
- ⅔ cup peanut butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
Pie Base
- 9 inch graham cracker pie crust (or Oreo pie crust)
Toppings
- Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed
- Roasted peanuts, chopped
- Caramel sauce, for drizzling
- Chocolate syrup or hot fudge, for drizzling
- Mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, halved or chopped
Instructions
- Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined. Gradually add the milk, mixing continuously until the filling reaches a creamy consistency without lumps.
- Fill the crust: Pour the peanut butter filling evenly into the 9-inch graham cracker or Oreo pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Add Cool Whip layer: Spread the thawed Cool Whip whipped topping evenly over the peanut butter filling. If desired, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top to add texture and extra peanut flavor.
- Freeze the pie: Place the assembled pie in the freezer for at least three hours to firm up and set properly, ensuring clean slicing later.
- Prepare to serve: About ten minutes before serving, remove the pie from the freezer to allow it to soften slightly for easier cutting.
- Garnish and serve: Slice the pie and drizzle each piece with caramel sauce and chocolate syrup or hot fudge. Sprinkle chopped mini Reese’s peanut butter cups on top for a festive and delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- Using room temperature cream cheese helps achieve a smooth filling without lumps.
- A graham cracker crust adds a classic flavor, but Oreo crust works well for a chocolate twist.
- Allowing the pie to sit out for 10 minutes before slicing prevents cracking and makes clean slices easier.
- For extra crunch, add more roasted peanuts or substitute with your favorite nuts.
- Store leftovers in the freezer to maintain texture and freshness.
