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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
This easy chocolate peanut butter pie recipe is filled with a rich peanut butter filling and is the perfect classic dessert for your family to enjoy.
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This decadent, creamy chocolate peanut butter pie is a real crowd-pleaser that will be adored by every peanut butter lover out there. Our creamy pie starts with a yummy chocolate crust which is filled with a velvety peanut butter filling and topped with chopped peanut butter cups; you’ll be in love!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Ingredients
Indulging in a slice of chocolate peanut butter pie is an experience like no other. With each bite, the rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter complement each other perfectly – the chocolate silky and smooth, the peanut butter nutty and savory.
The crust adds a satisfying crunch to every mouthful, balancing out the sweetness of the filling.
You’ll need:
- ⅔ cup of peanut butter
- 4 ounces of cream cheese
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- ½ cup of milk
- 1 pre-made chocolate cookie crust
- 1 (8-ounce) container of Cool Whip whipped topping
- chopped peanut butter cups (optional garnish)
Substitutions And Additions
TOPPING: Add a sprinkle of chocolate chips on top of this easy dessert along with or in place of the chopped peanut butter cups.
CRUST: An Oreo pie crust or graham cracker crust will also work for the prepared pie crust in this creamy pie.
CREAMY PEANUT BUTTER: If you’re a fan of almond butter or cashew butter, feel free to swap them for the creamy peanut butter in this recipe.
Each nut butter brings its unique flavor, so choose the one that tickles your taste buds. Just be aware that this change may slightly alter the overall taste of the pie.
How To Make This No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
Once you whip up the creamy filling and spread it in the crust, let the pie chill in the freezer to give it time to set. Then dig in!
STEP ONE: Begin by creaming the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl at medium speed. Add in the milk.
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Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that you don’t end up with lumps in your peanut butter mixture.
STEP TWO: Once well mixed, pour the peanut butter mixture into the premade crust.
STEP THREE: Spread Cool Whip on top. Add chopped peanut butter cups to the top of the pie if desired.
PRO TIP:
Refrigerating peanut butter cups for ten minutes makes them much easier to chop.
STEP FOUR: Freeze for three hours before serving. You may want to remove it from the freezer for ten minutes before cutting it to serve.
PRO TIP:
If your crust is in a foil tin, pop it in a glass pie plate to give you added stability when transferring it in and out of the freezer.
How To Serve This Peanut Butter And Chocolate Pie
Serve your peanut butter chocolate pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
You could also add extra whipped cream or drizzle with hot fudge sauce. You could also add chopped nuts on top if you want.
There are lots of possibilities — maybe you should try them all to choose your favorite.
Your family will declare this old-fashioned treat completely award-winning — and then they’ll beg for seconds and thirds! For another great pie recipe, check out our oreo pie and our creamsicle pie.
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Storing This Chocolate And Peanut Butter Pie
Pop this creamy pie in the fridge or freezer, depending on how long you want to keep it. Here’s how:
MAKE AHEAD: This pie is an excellent candidate for making ahead of time, making it perfect for entertaining or planning your sweet treats.
After preparing the pie, tightly cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent any air from getting in.
Then, pop it in the fridge, and it can hold up beautifully for up to 24 hours before serving.
IN THE FRIDGE: Store any leftovers covered in plastic wrap or an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
The premade crusts often come with a plastic insert that can double as a dome to cover your pie as well.
IN THE FREEZER: You can also store any leftovers in the freezer well covered for up to a month.
Why We Love This Recipe
IRRESISTIBLE FLAVOR COMBINATION: This pie combines the timeless pairing of chocolate and peanut butter, creating an indulgent flavor explosion.
NO-BAKE CONVENIENCE: This recipe is a breeze to make, and it doesn’t require any baking. It’s a perfect choice for those warm days when you want a luscious dessert without heating up the kitchen.
CROWD-PLEASER: Chocolate and peanut butter are universally loved flavors, making this pie a hit at gatherings, potlucks, and family dinners. It’s a dessert that appeals to both kids and adults alike, ensuring smiles all around.
I’m sure we can all agree that peanut butter and chocolate are one of the most delicious pairings in the universe, and this pie definitely supports that theory. A handful of simple ingredients make up the creamy peanut butter filling on top of the crunchy cookie crust for a no-bake chocolate peanut butter pie that will be a winner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I freeze this no-bake pie?
This delicious dessert can be frozen for up to a month covered in plastic wrap.
Can I use a different crust for this no-bake peanut butter chocolate pie recipe?
If you’d prefer to use a graham crust or even an Oreo crust in this chocolate peanut butter no-bake pie recipe, both would be yummy choices.
Can I make my own whipped cream for this peanut butter pie recipe?
If you would prefer to use homemade whipped cream, you may. Check out our homemade whipped cream recipe for a great option.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
This easy chocolate peanut butter pie recipe is filled with a rich peanut butter filling and is the perfect classic dessert for your family to enjoy.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup peanut butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 premade chocolate crust
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- chopped peanut butter cups, optional garnish
Instructions
- Begin by creaming the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar. Add in the milk.
- Once well mixed, pour into the crust.
- Spread Cool Whip on top. Add chopped peanut butter cups if desired.
- Freeze for 3 hours before serving. You may want to remove from the freezer for 10 minutes before cutting to serve.
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Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that you don’t end up with lumps in your peanut butter mixture.
- Refrigerating peanut butter cups for 10 minutes makes them much easier to chop.
- If your crust is in a foil tin, pop it in a glass pie plate to give you added stability when transferring it in and out of the freezer.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments
Treena says
So easy to make and ridiculously delicious!
Toni Ayne Thomason says
So good! Everyone loved this. Perfect combination of flavors.
sheenam @ thetwincookingproject says
looooove chocolate and peanut butter!!! YUM
Jacob @flavorThyme says
Chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in heaven, one of my favorite flavor pairings! And this pie is just incredibly delicious.
ASHMITA@HomeFoodSecrets says
Love the choclate and peanut butter combo! This pie is rediceouly delicious!!
Gloria says
Rich and delicious!