Easy Peanut Butter Pie
A rich and creamy dessert that combines peanut butter with an Oreo crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 24 pieces Oreos Crushed for the crust
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
- 1 cup whipping cream To be whipped for the filling
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar For sweetening the whipped cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar, additional For sweetening the peanut butter mixture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chopped peanuts for topping Optional for crunch
- Chocolate syrup to taste optional for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
- In a mixing bowl, crush the Oreos until they resemble fine crumbs.
- Melt the butter and combine it with the cookie crumbs.
- Press the mixture firmly into a greased pie plate to form the crust.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to help it set.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and then add the peanut butter, remaining powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture.
- Spoon the filling into the chilled Oreo crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Top the pie with chopped peanuts and drizzle with chocolate syrup if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Slice and enjoy chilled.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator covered to maintain freshness. Can be made a day in advance.