Peanut Butter Pie 7

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, no-bake dessert combining creamy peanut butter and cream cheese with a chocolate ganache topping.
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Peanut Butter Pie 7

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 3251.3

Description

This decadent no-bake Peanut Butter Pie is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a crisp graham cracker crust filled with a luxurious blend of creamy peanut butter, tangy cream cheese, and sweetened whipped cream. The filling is incredibly smooth and rich, offering a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors that appeal to any peanut butter lover. Topped with a glossy, semi-sweet chocolate ganache infused with a hint of coffee to enhance the cocoa notes, this pie is visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. It requires no baking, making it an easy yet impressive choice for potlucks, holidays, or simply satisfying a late-night craving. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and packed light brown sugar in a bowl; mix well.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add sugar, melted butter, creamy peanut butter, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese.
  7. Beat the mixture on medium speed until well combined and smooth.
  8. In a separate chilled bowl, whip whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  9. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
  10. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  11. Refrigerate the pie for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
  12. While the pie chills, melt semi-sweet chocolate with instant coffee (or strong brewed coffee) in a double boiler over gently simmering water.
  13. Stir until the chocolate is smooth and glossy.
  14. Pour the chocolate ganache over the chilled pie, spreading it evenly to cover the top.
  15. Refrigerate again for 30 minutes until the chocolate layer is firm.
  16. Remove from the springform ring, slice, and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3251.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 259.6g400%
Saturated Fat 134.6g673%
Cholesterol 557.2mg186%
Sodium 2714.2mg114%
Total Carbohydrate 174.8g59%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g29%
Sugars 156.4g
Protein 71.3g143%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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