Description
This No Bake Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, rich dessert featuring a smooth peanut butter and cream cheese filling set in a crisp graham cracker crust. Topped with light whipped topping and optional roasted peanuts, it offers a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Ideal for warm days or when you want an effortless yet impressive dessert, it requires no baking and only a few simple ingredients. Chill for a few hours to let the flavors meld and the pie set to perfection.
Ingredients
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Filling
- ⅔ cup peanut butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
Crust
- 1 9-inch graham cracker pie crust or Oreo pie crust
Topping
- 4 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- Roasted peanuts, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Using an electric mixer, cream together the peanut butter, room temperature cream cheese, and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well combined. Gradually add the milk while mixing to create a creamy, pourable peanut butter mixture.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the peanut butter filling evenly into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker or Oreo pie crust. Use a spatula to level the filling for an even surface.
- Add the topping: Spread the thawed Cool Whip evenly over the peanut butter filling using a rubber spatula. If desired, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.
- Chill the pie: Place the assembled pie into the freezer and let it set for at least 3 hours. Before serving, remove the pie from the freezer about 10 minutes early to allow it to soften slightly for easier slicing.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture; crunchy peanut butter will affect the pie’s consistency.
- For a chocolate twist, try using an Oreo crust and consider adding chocolate chips to the filling.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Allowing the pie to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before cutting prevents cracking and makes slicing cleaner.
- This pie can be stored in the freezer for up to one week or in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.