Description
This Ultimate Peanut Butter Cup Pie Delight is a luscious no-bake pie featuring a creamy peanut butter filling layered under a rich chocolate ganache, topped with mini Reese’s peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips. Baked briefly to set the chocolate, then chilled for a firm, indulgent dessert perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Chocolate Ganache Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Toppings
- 1 cup mini Reese’s peanut butter cups
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare your pre-baked pie crust by placing it on a baking sheet for easy handling.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar. Stir until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. Spread this mixture evenly into the pre-baked pie crust and smooth it out with a spatula to create an even base.
- Add the Chocolate Layer: Place chopped dark chocolate and heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir frequently until the chocolate has fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour this chocolate ganache mixture over the peanut butter layer evenly.
- Decorate with Peanut Butter Cups: Evenly sprinkle mini Reese’s peanut butter cups across the chocolate layer to add bursts of peanut butter flavor and texture.
- Garnish with Chips: Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the peanut butter cups to add extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake and Chill: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the chocolate layer is set but not hardened. Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up properly.
- Serve: Before serving, sprinkle the chopped peanuts on top for added crunch and garnish. Slice into eight servings and enjoy the rich, creamy, and chocolatey pie delight.
Notes
- Ensure the pie crust is fully pre-baked to prevent sogginess.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option but it may affect texture.
- Allowing the pie to chill overnight will result in a firmer, more sliceable texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For an extra chocolate boost, drizzle melted chocolate over the top before adding chopped peanuts.
