Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie with Whipped Topping
Ingredients
- For the Chocolate Crust:
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, crushed)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- For the Chocolate Ganache Layer (optional but recommended!):
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- For the Topping:
- Additional whipped topping (8 oz)
- Chocolate shavings or drizzle (optional)
- Crushed peanuts or mini peanut butter cups (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1 — Make the Crust : Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to form a smooth crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Step 2 — Create the Peanut Butter Filling : Beat cream cheese and peanut butter in a bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix again. Fold in whipped topping gently, maintaining a fluffy texture. Spread filling evenly into the chilled crust.
- Step 3 — Add Chocolate Ganache (Optional but divine!) Heat heavy cream until warm, then pour over chocolate chips. Stir until smooth and glossy. Pour over peanut butter filling and spread gently.
- Step 4 — Top It Off : Spread whipped topping over the pie. Garnish with chocolate drizzle, shavings, or peanut butter cups.
- Step 5 — Chill : Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture.