Description
This No Bake Peanut Butter Pie recipe is a quick and easy dessert made with a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling, set in a graham cracker crust and topped with fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for any occasion, this pie comes together in minutes with minimal effort and no baking required, making it a crowd-pleasing treat that can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 premade graham cracker pie crust
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Filling
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup confectionersโ sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
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Topping
- 4 oz whipped topping
- Chopped salted peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- Chocolate sauce (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and confectionersโ sugar. Whip the mixture until it is smooth and well blended, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in 8 oz of whipped topping into the peanut butter mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and the filling is light and airy.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the prepared filling into the premade graham cracker pie crust. Use a spatula to spread the filling evenly, filling the crust completely.
- Add Topping: Spread the additional 4 oz of whipped topping evenly over the top of the filled pie. Smooth the topping to the edges to create an even layer.
- Chill: Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top the pie with chopped salted peanuts and a drizzle of chocolate sauce, if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Chill the pie for at least 2 hours to firm it up and develop the flavors.
- Use a large, sharp knife to cut neat slices, cleaning the knife between cuts for best presentation.
- To freeze the pie, cover it with plastic wrap and then foil to prevent freezer burn.
- When ready to serve from frozen, slice with a sharp knife while still firm.
- Store leftovers tightly covered and return to the fridge or freezer promptly.
- The pie can be made several days ahead for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 17mg