No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

This no-bake peanut butter pie is a dream come true for peanut butter lovers! A buttery graham cracker crust complements the creamy, rich peanut butter filling, all without needing to turn on the oven.

It’s a simple yet show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgences.

Ready Time

25 mins

Yields

9 servings

Ingredients

Graham cracker crumbs, 1 1/2 cups
Granulated sugar, 1/2 cup
Unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup
Cream cheese, softened, 8 ounces
Confectioners’ sugar, 1 cup
Peanut butter, creamy, 1/2 cup
Heavy cream, 1 cup
Salt, 1/4 teaspoon
Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Stir in the softened butter until the mixture is evenly moistened.

Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.

Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and beat until combined.

Beat in the peanut butter until smooth. Beat in the heavy cream until well combined.

Beat in the salt and vanilla extract.

Pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until the filling is set.

Release the springform pan sides and transfer the pie to a serving plate.

Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

To ensure a smooth and creamy filling, make sure to soften the cream cheese and peanut butter to room temperature before beating.

Also, don’t overmix the peanut butter mixture, as it can become too thick and sticky.

When pressing the crust mixture into the springform pan, use the bottom of a flat glass or your fingers to get it evenly distributed and up the sides of the pan.

You can customize the pie by toppings of your choice, such as whipped cream, chopped peanuts, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Because the pie needs to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight, plan ahead and make it a day in advance for a stress-free serving.

If you find the crust too crumbly, you can try adding a little more softened butter to help hold it together.

Keep the pie refrigerated until serving, and slice it just before serving to keep it fresh and creamy.