Peanut Butter Cup Pie Delight
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 peanut butter cups, chopped, plus extra for garnish
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust. Bake for 8 minutes, then let cool completely.
3. In a large bowl, beat peanut butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
4. Add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
5. In a separate bowl, whip heavy whipping cream with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well combined.
7. Stir in chopped peanut butter cups.
8. Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust.
9. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until set.
10. Before serving, garnish with additional chopped peanut butter cups and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours 28 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 8 servings
Tips:
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling texture.
Chill the pie overnight for the best flavor and firmness.