Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust (or homemade)
- For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (or whipped topping)
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Whip the Cream:
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well blended.
- Fill the Pie Crust:
- Spoon the peanut butter filling into the pre-made graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the filling is set (overnight is best).
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled peanut butter filling.
- Garnish:
- If desired, garnish the top with chocolate shavings or chopped peanuts for added texture and flavor.
- Serve:
- Slice the pie and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie!
Tips
- Make Ahead: This pie can be made a day in advance, making it a great option for gatherings or parties.
- Substitutions: If you prefer, you can use crunchy peanut butter for added texture, or swap out the graham cracker crust for a traditional pie crust.
- Storage: Keep any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is rich, creamy, and incredibly satisfying—a perfect dessert for peanut butter lovers! Enjoy!