Description
Decadent Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy and indulgent dessert that perfectly balances the rich flavors of peanut butter and cream cheese, all nestled in a crisp graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make pie is ideal for any occasion, from festive gatherings to simple weeknight treats, promising to delight everyone with its luscious texture and irresistible taste. Serve it chilled, and watch as smiles spread around the table with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press into a pie pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add peanut butter and powdered sugar; mix on low until fluffy.
- Gently fold in whipped topping until no streaks remain. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Spoon filling into cooled crust and smooth the top. Sprinkle chocolate chips if using.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg