Frozen Peanut Butter Pie With Graham Cracker Crust
Introduction
If you're a fan of peanut butter and dessert, you're going to love this recipe for frozen peanut butter pie with a graham cracker crust. This creamy, frozen pie is the perfect treat for a hot summer day, and it's incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious dessert that your whole family will love.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
For the filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until everything is well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
5. Add the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until everything is well combined.
6. Slowly add the milk to the bowl, mixing on low speed until everything is well combined.
7. Gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is well combined.
8. Pour the mixture into the cooled crust.
9. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until the pie is completely frozen.
Variations
There are plenty of variations you can make to this recipe to switch things up:
- Add chopped peanuts to the filling for some extra crunch.
- Use a chocolate graham cracker crust for a chocolate peanut butter pie.
- Drizzle chocolate sauce over the top of the pie for some extra sweetness.
Serving
When you're ready to serve your frozen peanut butter pie, remove it from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make it easier to slice. Garnish with some whipped cream and chopped peanuts, if desired.
Conclusion
This frozen peanut butter pie with a graham cracker crust is a delicious and easy dessert that's perfect for summertime. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a creamy and decadent dessert that your whole family will love. Try it out for yourself and see just how delicious it can be!
