Creamy Homemade Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers (or Oreo cookies for a chocolate crust)

• ⅓ cup melted butter

• 2 tablespoons sugar (skip if using Oreos)

For the Filling:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip) or homemade whipped cream

For the Topping (optional):

• Extra whipped topping

• Crushed peanuts, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Mix crushed graham crackers (or Oreos), melted butter, and sugar until well combined.

• Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.

• Bake for 8-10 minutes (skip baking if using Oreos). Let it cool completely.

2. Make the Filling:

• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

• Gently fold in the whipped topping until well combined.

3. Assemble the Pie:

• Pour the peanut butter filling into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

• Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until firm (overnight is best).

4. Add Toppings:

• Before serving, top with whipped cream, crushed peanuts, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an extra touch.

5. Serve and Enjoy!

• Slice, serve, and watch it disappear

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