The Ultimate No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Introduction
If you're a chocolate and peanut butter lover, you're going to absolutely adore this no-bake pie recipe. It's the perfect dessert for those hot summer days when you don't want to turn on the oven, but still want something sweet and indulgent. This pie is easy to make and will impress everyone who tries it. Let's get started!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Instructions
Making the crust:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix together the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until they are well combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
Making the filling:
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until they are smooth and creamy.
2. Fold in the whipped cream until everything is well combined.
3. Pour the mixture into the cooled crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Chilling and serving the pie:
1. Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until it's completely set.
2. Once the pie has chilled, remove it from the refrigerator and top it with your favorite toppings. Some great options include chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
3. Slice and serve the pie, and enjoy!
Conclusion
This no-bake chocolate peanut butter pie is the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves the classic flavor combination. It's easy to make, requires no baking, and is sure to impress everyone who tries it. Give it a try and see for yourself!
