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Creamy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

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A rich and creamy no-bake peanut butter pie with a graham cracker crust, perfect for quick and easy indulgence without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • Chopped roasted peanuts for crunch (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings or drizzle (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
  2. Mix crumbs with melted butter and sugar until combined.
  3. Press mixture firmly into bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish and chill in fridge.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then add peanut butter and vanilla extract; mix until silky.
  5. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
  6. Whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold whipped cream into peanut butter mixture in three additions.
  8. Pour filling into chilled crust, smooth top, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. For clean slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water and wipe dry before cutting.

Notes

[‘Use room temperature cream cheese and peanut butter for smooth blending.’, ‘Chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results.’, ‘Fold whipped cream gently to keep filling light and fluffy.’, ‘Press crust firmly and chill well to prevent sogginess.’, ‘Refrigerate pie for at least 4 hours to set properly.’, ‘Use a hot, dry knife for clean slices.’, ‘For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers or cookies.’, ‘For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and cream with almond or coconut-based alternatives.’, ‘Freezing is possible but may soften texture slightly.’, ‘Try variations like adding melted chocolate, bananas, or salted caramel drizzle.’]

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Keywords: no-bake, peanut butter pie, easy dessert, creamy pie, graham cracker crust, quick dessert, family favorite

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