Description
This No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, delicious pleasure great for any occasion. It’s a quick and easy dessert that doesn’t need baking, consisting of a chocolate cookie shell with a creamy peanut butter filling and chopped peanuts on top. Perfect for summer events or whenever you need a simple but tasty treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chocolate cookie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing basin, Smooth and well-blended, beat together the peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated and the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Fill the Crust: Spoon the peanut butter mixture into the chocolate cookie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least four hours, or until it has set.
- Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and drizzle with chocolate syrup, if desired.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cookie crust.
- If you like, you may use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie, Easy Dessert, Peanut Butter Dessert, No-Bake Pie, Quick Dessert, Creamy Pie, Summer Dessert