Description
A decadent pie featuring layers of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and a crunchy cookie crust, reminiscent of childhood treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chocolate glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter until mixed well. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of your pie dish to form a sturdy crust. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the peanut butter layer: In a separate bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until well blended. Spread this heavenly mixture evenly over the chilled crust, ensuring every corner is covered.
- Melt the chocolate: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the semisweet chocolate chips until they become smooth and glossy. After removing from heat, allow it to cool slightly.
- Whip the cream: In a clean mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the melted chocolate until beautifully combined.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the luscious chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer, smoothing the top for an even finish.
- Add optional glaze: Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the top for an eye-catching finish.
- Chill before serving: Place your pie back in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least four hours.
Notes
For best flavor, chill the pie overnight before serving. Can be served with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Giant Reese’s Pie, peanut butter pie, chocolate dessert, no-bake pie