Description
This Ultimate Peanut Butter Cup Pie Delight is a decadent, no-fuss dessert that layers a creamy peanut butter filling with rich melted chocolate, topped with mini Reese’s peanut butter cups and a mix of chocolate and peanut butter chips. Baked briefly to set the chocolate and chilled for a firm, luscious slice, this pie is perfect for peanut butter lovers looking for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Toppings
- 1 cup mini Reese’s peanut butter cups
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare your pre-baked pie crust by placing it on a baking sheet or pie plate ready for filling.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread this peanut butter filling evenly into the bottom of the pre-baked pie crust using a spatula, smoothing the surface.
- Add the Chocolate Layer: Place a saucepan over low heat and melt the chopped dark chocolate together with the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined. Carefully pour this melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer in the pie crust and spread it uniformly.
- Decorate with Peanut Butter Cups: Evenly distribute the mini Reese’s peanut butter cups on top of the chocolate layer to add texture and enhance peanut butter flavor.
- Garnish with Chips: Sprinkle the chocolate chips and peanut butter chips over the peanut butter cups, creating a visually appealing and flavorful topping.
- Bake and Chill: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, just until the chocolate layer is set but not fully hardened. Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely to room temperature. Then refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to let it firm up nicely before slicing.
- Serve: Before serving, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top to add extra crunch and flavor. Slice the pie into 8 servings and enjoy this rich and creamy peanut butter and chocolate delight.
Notes
- Use a pre-baked pie crust to avoid sogginess and save time.
- Make sure to melt chocolate gently over low heat to prevent burning.
- Chilling is essential for the pie to set properly for clean slices.
- For extra texture, consider toasting the chopped peanuts before sprinkling.
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
