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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

 

Ingredients:

  • For the Crust:
    • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (from about 24 chocolate sandwich cookies)
    • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • For the Filling:
    • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Topping:
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
    • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crust:
    • In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
    • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
    • Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
  2. Prepare the Filling:
    • In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and powdered sugar together until smooth.
    • Add the softened cream cheese and continue to beat until well combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
    • Pour the filling into the chilled crust and spread it evenly.
    • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  3. Prepare the Topping:
    • In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
    • Remove from heat and add the chopped semi-sweet chocolate.
    • Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
    • Allow the chocolate ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the chilled pie.
    • Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top of the pie.
  4. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Let the pie set in the refrigerator for an additional hour before serving.
    • Slice and serve chilled.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate peanut butter pie!

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