This Creamy Peanut Butter Pie is delightfully creamy and takes just 5 minutes to bake. The light and luscious filling sits atop a chocolate cookie crust. Enjoy!
There’s something irresistibly indulgent about this Creamy Peanut Butter Pie. It has the perfect combination of rich, creamy peanut butter filling and a crunchy, chocolatey, sweet crust. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this dessert is simple to make yet impressively delicious. Today, you’ll learn everything you need to know about making this sinfully delicious pie—from understanding the ingredients to following detailed step-by-step instructions.
Why you’ll love this Creamy Peanut Butter Pie
- Creamy, rich and delicious!
- 5 minutes to bake!
- No-bake filling!
- Tastes like ice cream!
- Just chill, set and enjoy!
Understanding the Ingredients in this Creamy Peanut Butter Pie
- Crushed Cookies: Create the crunchy crust. For this pie we used regular Oreos. However you can choose from a variety of cookies like graham crackers, vanilla wafers, shortbread cookies, etc.
- Peanut Butter: The star of the show, gives the pie its classic flavor. Use a processed peanut butter like Jif or Skippy.
- Cream Cheese: Adds a tangy flavor. Bring the cream cheese to room temperature so that it can be easily mixed with the peanut butter.
- Powdered Sugar: Adds sweetness and stability.
- Vanilla Extract: Elevates the flavors.
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Assists in creating a light, airy, filling.
Creamy Peanut Butter Pie-Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos, set aside 1/2 cup to sprinkle on top)
- 5 tbsp butter (melted)
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy)
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped cream (beaten until soft peaks form, 2-3 min)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Pie Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a food processor and crush cookies into fine crumbs. Or place cookies in a ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush.
- Melt butter in a sauce pan.
- In a mixing bowl, add 2 cups of the cookie crumbs and the melted butter. Mix well.
- Press mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. About 2-3 minutes.
- Add whipped cream to the peanut butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
Assembling the Pie
- Pour the peanut butter filling into the pie crust.
- Spread the filling evenly with the spatula.
- Sprinkle on the remaining 1/2 cup of crushed cookies.
Chilling and Setting
- Place the pie in the freezer and chill for 1 hour.
- Remove from the freezer and let pie sit for 15 minutes.
- Cut into slices.
- Top with whipped cream and/or chocolate sauce if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Why chill this Creamy Peanut Butter Pie?
Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up. Check if the pie is set by gently touching the center—it should feel firm to the touch.
Decorating and Serving
Make your pie look as good as it tastes with these decorating tips:
- This pie is best-served cold. After removing from the freezer, let the pie sit for 15 minutes before serving.
- Add on crushed cookie crumbs, chocolate shavings, a drizzle of chocolate, caramel or butterscotch sauce, or a sprinkle of crushed peanuts for an extra touch. In addition, you can also add some Reece’s Pieces for a pop of color!
- Serve slices with a dollop of extra whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Pair your pie with a glass of cold milk, an after dinner drink or a cup of hot coffee.
Grab your spoon and dive into this delightful Creamy Peanut Butter Pie!
Making a Creamy Peanut Butter Pie is easier than you think, and it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. By following these step-by-step instructions you’ll create a dessert that’s both impressive and delicious. We hope you enjoy making and eating this pie as much as we do. Don’t forget to share your results and any creative variations you try in the comments below! Happy baking! And remember…
Life’s too short to eat bad food!
For other delicious Peanut Butter Desserts try:
Bakery-Style Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
The Most Delicious Peanut Butter Pie
Toasted Coconut Peanut Butter Balls
Creamy Peanut Butter Pie
Equipment
- Pie Plate
- Food processor
- Mixing bowls
- Sauce Pan
- hand mixer
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Oreos, set aside 1/2 cup to sprinkle on top
- 5 tbsp butter melted
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 8 oz whipped cream beaten until soft peaks form, 2-3 min
Instructions
Pie Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a food processor and crush cookies into fine crumbs. Or place cookies in a ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush.
- Melt butter in a sauce pan.
- In a mixing bowl, add cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix well.
- Press mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. About 2-3 minutes.
- Add whipped cream to the peanut butter mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
Assembling the Pie
- Pour the peanut butter filling into the pie crust.
- Spread the filling evenly with the spatula.
- Sprinkle on the remaining 1/2 cup of crushed cookies.
Chilling and Setting
- Place the pie in the freezer and chill for 1 hour.
- Remove from the freezer and let pie sit for 15 minutes.
- Cut into slices.
- Top with whipped cream and/or chocolate sauce if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
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