Description
This No Bake Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, rich dessert that combines the nutty flavor of peanut butter with a smooth cream cheese filling and a light whipped topping. Perfect for quick preparation without the oven, this pie is chilled until set and garnished with optional roasted peanuts for a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- ⅔ cup peanut butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup milk
Crust
- 1 9” graham cracker pie crust or Oreo pie crust
Topping
- 4 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
- Roasted peanuts (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the peanut butter, room temperature cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth and well combined. Gradually add the milk and continue mixing until the filling is creamy and fully incorporated.
- Fill the crust: Pour the peanut butter mixture evenly into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker or Oreo pie crust. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the filling, making the surface level.
- Add the topping: Spread the thawed Cool Whip evenly over the peanut butter filling with a rubber spatula. If desired, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.
- Freeze to set: Place the pie in the freezer for at least 3 hours to allow the filling to firm up. Before serving, remove the pie from the freezer about 10 minutes early to soften slightly for easier slicing and a better eating experience.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth blending without lumps.
- The pie crust can be graham cracker or Oreo based depending on preference.
- Allowing the pie to soften slightly after freezing helps with cleaner slices.
- Chopped roasted peanuts add extra crunch but can be omitted for a smoother texture.
- Store leftover pie covered in the freezer to maintain freshness.
