Chocolate Custard Pie With Peanut Butter Whipped Cream
If you are a fan of chocolate and peanut butter, then this chocolate custard pie with peanut butter whipped cream is the perfect dessert for you. This dessert is rich, creamy, and decadent, and it is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Here is everything you need to know about making this delicious dessert.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of melted butter
For the filling:
- 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups of milk
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 8 egg yolks
- 10 oz of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
For the peanut butter whipped cream:
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Set aside to cool.
5. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the heavy cream, milk, and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to steam.
6. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until they are light and fluffy.
7. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
8. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
9. Remove the pan from the heat and add the chocolate chips and vanilla extract. Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
10. Pour the chocolate custard into the cooled pie crust and smooth out the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the custard has set.
11. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
12. Add the peanut butter and powdered sugar to the whipped cream, and beat until well combined.
13. Spread the peanut butter whipped cream on top of the chilled chocolate custard pie.
14. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
- If you don't have graham cracker crumbs, you can substitute it with crushed digestive biscuits or any other type of cookie crumbs.
- Make sure to whisk the egg yolks well to prevent them from curdling when you add the hot milk mixture.
- Use a good quality chocolate for the custard to get a rich and chocolatey flavor.
- If you want to save time, you can use a store-bought pie crust instead of making your own.
- You can make the pie a day ahead of time and keep it refrigerated until you are ready to serve it.
Conclusion
Chocolate custard pie with peanut butter whipped cream is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. The combination of chocolate custard and peanut butter whipped cream is simply irresistible, and it is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves chocolate and peanut butter. So, go ahead and give this recipe a try, and see for yourself how delicious it can be!
