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Frozen Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

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This Frozen Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, no-bake treat featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, a smooth peanut butter and cream cheese filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for warm days or anytime you crave a decadent frozen dessert, this pie combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with a light, airy texture.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes plus freezing time (about 2 hours total including freezing)
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup melted butter

Filling

  • 1½ cups heavy cream (divided: 1 cup and ½ cup)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Ganache

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly onto the bottom and sides of a greased 9-inch pie plate to form the crust, then place it in the freezer to set.
  2. Whip the Cream: Using a cold bowl, whip 1½ cups of heavy cream to stiff peaks. Store it in the refrigerator to keep chilled until needed.
  3. Make the Filling Base: Beat the cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
  4. Incorporate Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture. You may use a mixer on low speed to achieve a smooth, well-blended filling without deflating the air whipped into the cream.
  5. Assemble the Pie: Pour the peanut butter filling into the prepared graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Return the pie to the freezer to firm up.
  6. Prepare the Ganache: Heat ½ cup heavy cream until boiling, then pour it over 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Cover and let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature before topping the pie.
  7. Add Ganache Topping: Pour the cooled ganache evenly over the frozen pie and gently spread with a spatula.
  8. Final Freeze: Place the pie back in the freezer to chill until fully set, approximately 1-2 hours.
  9. Serve: To slice the pie, use a hot, dry knife to cut through the frozen filling cleanly. Because the slices can be sticky, carefully run a spatula under each slice after the first to help remove it from the crust.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier blending and a smoother filling.
  • Use a cold bowl and chilled cream when whipping to achieve better volume and stiff peaks.
  • Let the ganache cool completely before pouring over the filling to prevent melting the filling.
  • If peanut butter is too thick, warm it slightly to make mixing easier.
  • Keep the pie well frozen until ready to serve for best texture.
  • To make cutting easier, run a hot knife under warm water, dry it, then slice.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes (mainly for ganache preparation and chilling times; no actual cooking required)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/frozen-peanut-butter-pie-recipe/