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    Published: Aug 4, 2020 · Modified: Jan 11, 2022 by Kelly Hamilton · This post may contain affiliate links

    Peanut Butter Pie

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    This homemade peanut butter pie is made with a thick oreo crust, a rich and decadent peanut butter filling, and topped with peanut butter cups.

    slice of pie on a white plate with a fork taking a bite
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    • Recipe Ingredients
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Tips and Tricks
    • Storing & Freezing
    • Want to try more peanut butter recipes?
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    • Storing & Freezing

    My absolute favorite pie recipe- peanut butter pie! This pie is all sorts of decadent. If you are a chocolate & peanut butter lover, this recipe is for you.

    This recipe has a thick oreo cookie crust, a rich and luscious peanut butter filling, and I like to top it with chopped-up peanut butter cups for the ultimate finisher.

    If you love peanut butter you have to try my peanut butter rice krispie treats, as well as my peanut butter cookies!

    Recipe Ingredients

    Here are some notes on a few ingredients- please see the full ingredient list in the recipe card below!

    • Oreo's- the regular kind works best here. You are using the entire Oreo: cookie and the cream.
    • Cream cheese- I find the regular block cream cheese works best. Make sure it's softened to room temperature before starting!
    • peanut butter- use conventional creamy peanut butter for this recipe- think skippy or jiff!
    • Cool whip- the kind you find in the freezer section of the grocery store.
    • Toppings- the best part! I love chopped up peanut butter cups, but you could use Reese's pieces, crushed Oreo's, chocolate, caramel, or peanut butter drizzle, peanut butter baking chips, crushed pretzels, or anything else your heart desires!
    ingredients needed to make peanut butter pie

    Step by Step Instructions

    Step 1: Make the pie crust

    Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a pie pan with non-stick spray and set it aside.

    Pulse cookies in a food processor (other options include using a blender or crushing cookies by hand in a plastic bag). Pour melted butter into the cookie crumbs and stir until coated.

    Press crumbs evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate, making sure to pack it tightly. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Set on a wire rack to cool completely.

    • crushed oreos in a clear bowl next to bowl of melted butter
    • oreo crumbs pressed into pie dish

    Step 2: Make the filling

    With an electric mixer, beat the peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth (this mixture will be thick). Add in the powdered sugar and mix, followed by the cool whip.

    Step 3: Assemble the pie

    When your crust is completely cooled, fill it with the peanut butter mixture and spread it into an even layer. Then finish it with peanut butter cups on top (or other toppings).

    Chill in the freezer for at least 3 hours or fridge for 5 hours before serving. This pie is best served cold.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What kind of peanut butter is best for peanut butter pie?

    Standard creamy peanut butter is best for this pie. Natural peanut butter (the kind with the oil) will give you a different texture in this pie and can lead to the oil separating.

    Can I make this recipe without cool whip?

    You can substitute the cool whip for homemade whipped cream by using 1 cup heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoon powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until stiff peaks form.

    overhead view of peanut butter pie with a slice taken out

    Tips and Tricks

    • A just bought this mini food processor and it makes all the difference when making a cookie crust- seriously a game changer. It's so easy to use and clean!
    • Keep this pie in the freezer for a more ice cream texture (this is my favorite way to eat it)!

    Storing & Freezing

    This pie should be stored in the fridge or freezer until ready to eat. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and it will last up to about 5 days in the fridge and 3 months in the freezer.

    side view of slice pie in pie dish

    Want to try more peanut butter recipes?

    • Small-Batch Peanut Butter Cookies
    • 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
    • Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
    • Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

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    Peanut Butter Pie

    Kelly Hamilton
    This homemade peanut butter pie is made with an oreo crust, a rich and decadent peanut butter filling, and topped with peanut butter cups.
    5 from 27 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Chilling time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 694 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl Set
    • Electric Hand Mixer
    • Silicone Spatula
    • 9" Pie Dish
    • Mini Food Processor

    Ingredients
      

    Crust

    • 30 oreos crushed
    • 5 tablespoon butter melted

    Filling

    • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
    • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
    • ¾ cup powdered sugar
    • 8 oz cool whip

    Toppings

    • Reese's cups
    • Reese's pieces
    • crushed oreos
    • chocolate, caramel, or peanut butter drizzle

    Instructions
     

    Crust:

    • Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a pie pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
    • Pulse cookies in a food processor (other options include using a blender or crushing cookies by hand in a plastic bag). Pour melted butter into the cookie crumbs and stir until coated.
    • Press crumbs evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate, making sure to pack it tightly. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Set on a wire rack to cool completely.

    Filling:

    • With an electric mixer, beat the peanut butter and cream cheese until smooth (this mixture will be thick). Add in the powdered sugar and mix, followed by the cool whip.
    • When your crust is completely cooled, fill it with the peanut butter mixture and spread into an even layer. Then finish it with peanut butter cups on top (or other toppings).
    • Chill in the freezer for at least 3 hours or fridge for 5 hours before serving. This pie is best served cold.

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    Notes

    • A just bought this mini food processor and it makes all the difference when making a cookie crust- seriously a game-changer. It's so easy to use and clean!
    • Keep this pie in the freezer for a more ice cream texture (this is my favorite way to eat it)!

    Storing & Freezing

    This pie should be stored in the fridge or freezer until ready to eat. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and it will last up to about 5 days in the fridge and 3 months in the freezer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 694kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 650IU | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. Lori says

      December 23, 2022 at 9:43 am

      5 stars
      Our new favorite dessert for family gatherings! It’s hard to find easy, gluten-free recipes but gluten-free Oreos worked perfectly. And I didn’t have a large enough pie pan, so I used an oblong Pyrex dish. So good and so easy!

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        December 24, 2022 at 9:15 am

        So happy to hear you loved this pie, Lori!

        Reply
    2. Jean says

      November 02, 2022 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      made thus pie for a family gathering and was sorry I didn't make...it disappeared instantly. was soo delicious!

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        November 07, 2022 at 11:45 am

        So happy to hear you enjoyed this pie, Jean! Thanks for giving it a try!

        Reply
    3. Brian says

      January 26, 2022 at 2:03 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! Very rich with a wonderful peanut butter flavor that's not overwhelming. I dropped from 3/4 cup to 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and gave it a covering of melted chocolate chips.

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        January 27, 2022 at 10:36 am

        Thanks so much for trying this recipe, Brian! So happy to hear you enjoyed it. Love the layer of chocolate on top- such a great idea!

        Reply
    4. Robin Houser says

      December 19, 2021 at 12:04 pm

      Wanting to make this for Christmas. Do I use the whole Oreo or just the cookie part? If just the cookie do I add the cream in the mix? Sorry I'm new to the baking world.

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        December 19, 2021 at 12:05 pm

        Hi Robin, great question- you can use the whole oreo for this recipe!

        Reply
    5. Kim says

      December 12, 2021 at 10:40 am

      I've made this many times before .its my son's Steve's favorite .I have to make it every holiday dinner .

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        December 12, 2021 at 4:25 pm

        Hi Kim, So glad you've tried peanut butter pie before! Happy holidays!

        Reply
    6. Gabriela says

      December 03, 2021 at 12:19 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely loved this recipe, everyone said they couldn't stop eating it! I had never made a peanut butter pie before but I will definitely be making this again - loved the Oreo crust! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        December 04, 2021 at 9:43 am

        Thanks so much for trying this recipe, Gabriela! So happy to hear you liked it!

        Reply
    7. Terri Wanio says

      November 22, 2021 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      Hi! I just came across this recipe and it made me so excited! ! I was just talking about wanting something that has peanut butter filling for dessert over the holidays and wasn't sure what to do until now!! Thank youuu very much! Can't wait to try it! Happy Holidays! !

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        November 22, 2021 at 8:28 pm

        Hi Terri, I am so glad you found my recipe! I hope you get to make it and enjoy it- it's one of my favorites! Happy holidays to you as well 😊

        Reply
    8. Erin McNamara says

      November 21, 2021 at 10:54 am

      Hi there and happy holidays to everyone! Am I able to use a pre-made chocolate crust?
      thank you, and all your recipes look delicious!

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        November 21, 2021 at 6:09 pm

        Hi Erin! Happy holidays to you 🙂 You can absolutely use a premade chocolate crust. Just fill it with the filling and refrigerate, no need to bake the crust beforehand!

        Reply
    9. Rebecca says

      November 21, 2021 at 10:44 am

      Can you substitute real whipped cream for the cool whip?

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        November 21, 2021 at 6:11 pm

        Hi Rebecca, I haven't tried using whipped cream in this recipe so I'm not 100% sure how it would turn out. I think it would be okay though. Here is a great article about substituting whipped topping and how much to replace it with! https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/whipped-topping-substitute/

        Reply
    10. Leslie N. says

      August 23, 2021 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      SO delicious and SO easy! Rich and creamy taste, simple to make and everyone loved it!

      Reply
      • Kelly Hamilton says

        August 24, 2021 at 8:54 pm

        Thanks so much for trying this recipe, Leslie! So happy to hear you loved it!

        Reply

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