No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
Classic no bake peanut butter pie with a creamy, dreamy texture and rich peanut butter flavor. Easy to make with a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious peanut butter filling—perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or an anytime treat.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- 9-inch pie dish
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs for the crust
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted, to bind crust
For the Filling
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter choose your favorite brand
- 1 cup powdered sugar adds sweetness and thickens filling
- 8 oz cream cheese softened for smooth filling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract to elevate flavors
- 1 cup whipped topping such as Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream
Optional Garnish
- chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in fridge while preparing filling.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until even and creamy.
- Step 3: Gently fold whipped topping into the peanut butter mixture, taking care to keep the filling light and fluffy.
- Step 4: Spoon the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the surface. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set.
- Step 5: Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips if desired. Slice and serve chilled for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. For a lighter version, substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream or heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks. Store refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.