This decadent pie is a perfect blend of rich peanut butter and smooth chocolate. The creamy filling is lightened up with whipped cream, while the chocolate ganache provides a decadent finish.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cream Pie
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Graham cracker crust (9-inch) | 1 |
| Creamy peanut butter | 1 cup |
| Powdered sugar | 1 cup |
| Cream cheese (softened) | 8 oz |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 cup |
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 1 cup |
| Milk | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish) | 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
- Make the peanut butter filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine filling: Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well combined.
- Spread filling: Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the graham cracker crust.
- Make the chocolate ganache: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour ganache: Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter filling, spreading it evenly.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Garnish: Before serving, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top for garnish, if desired.
Enjoy this delicious and indulgent treat!