Description
This Peanut Butter Pie recipe is a show-stopper. It’s a family favorite, perfect for holidays, and sure to be a Pinterest trend.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a pie dish.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped topping.
- Pour filling into the cooled crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use natural peanut butter.
- You can use a pre-made graham cracker crust to save time.
- Store leftover pie in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg