Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Pie, a dessert that combines creamy peanut butter and rich cream cheese for a silky filling in a crispy pie crust. This classic treat is perfect for any gathering or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings. Its unique flavor profile ensures it’s not just another pie; it’s a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to whip up, this pie can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it chilled with toppings like whipped cream or chocolate sauce for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9") baked pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; add cream of tartar if using.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture using a rubber spatula.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth out the top. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg