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Slices of Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Pie on a plate with a fork

Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Pie

A creamy and rich pie that combines peanut butter and a smooth filling on a graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the filling
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped peanuts (optional) For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl to prepare the crust.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate.
  3. For the filling, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Whip 1 cup of cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold it into the peanut butter mixture.
  5. Spoon the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  6. Chill the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, whip the remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar and spread it over the pie.
  8. Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips or chopped peanuts if desired.
  9. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

Serve chilled. You can add a dollop of whipped cream on top for an extra touch. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.