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A delicious slice of no bake peanut butter pie topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and peanut butter cups.

Favorite No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

This recipe makes a simple, no-bake peanut butter pie. It uses a graham cracker crust and a creamy peanut butter filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs about 12 full sheets
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter do not use natural style
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip) thawed
  • 2 tablespoons melted chocolate chips for drizzling

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  3. Make the filling: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth. Add the peanut butter and powdered sugar. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until no white streaks remain. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the filling into the chilled crust and spread it evenly.
  7. Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until firm. This is important for setting the filling.
  8. Before serving, top the pie with whipped topping, if using. Drizzle with melted chocolate chips if desired. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

If you prefer a lighter topping, you can skip the whipped topping and simply dust the chilled pie with a little extra powdered sugar.