Description
Indulge in the creamy, nutty goodness of this classic Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie. A luscious blend of creamy peanut butter filling nestled in a flaky pie crust, topped with a cloud of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
Ingredients
Pie Crust:
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust, pre-baked and cooled
Peanut Butter Filling:
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping:
- Whipped cream
- Chopped peanuts, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Peanut Butter Crumbs
In a small mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar. Use a fork to mix until crumbly. Set aside half for the topping and half for layering.
- Prepare the Cream Filling
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add milk and vanilla extract and beat until fully combined and creamy.
- Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream using a mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Mix until completely blended and fluffy.
- Assemble the Pie
Sprinkle half of the peanut butter crumb mixture into the bottom of your cooled, pre-baked pie crust. Pour the cream filling over the crumbs and spread evenly. Top with the remaining peanut butter crumbs, gently pressing them into the surface.
- Chill to Set
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until firm and set. Overnight chilling works best for perfect slices.
- Garnish and Serve
Before serving, add whipped cream and a handful of chopped peanuts for extra texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the filling.
- Feel free to drizzle chocolate sauce over the pie for a decadent twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie, Peanut Butter Pie, Cream Pie, Dessert Recipe