This Peanut Butter Cup Pie is the ultimate treat for peanut butter lovers. With a chocolate cookie crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and a generous topping of chopped peanut butter cups, this pie is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth. It's the perfect dessert to celebrate special occasions or simply indulge in a sinful treat.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped peanut butter cups
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the chopped peanut butter cups over the filling.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The first peanut butter cup was invented by H.B. Reese in the 1920s.
Peanut butter cups are one of the most popular candy treats in the United States.
Peanut butter is a good source of protein and healthy fats, making this pie a slightly better choice for indulgence.