Peanut Butter Pie

A simple and delicious pie that tastes like a giant Reese's cup, perfect for Thanksgiving.

By @handletheheat

Original recipe source

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 0.25 cup sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely on a wire rack.
5. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
6. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
7. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until no streaks remain.
9. Spread the filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
10. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set before serving.