Sweet Recipe

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

A creamy no-bake peanut butter pie with a chocolate cookie crust, fluffy peanut butter filling, whipped cream, and a rich chocolate drizzle.

20 mins + chill time Easy Sweet
No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

Ingredients

  • 1 chocolate cookie crust
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • Chopped peanuts for topping
  • Extra whipped cream for serving

Instructions

1

Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and beat until smooth and creamy.

2

Add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is thick, smooth, and fully combined.

3

Fold in the whipped topping gently using a spatula. Mix just until the filling becomes light and fluffy.

4

Spoon the peanut butter filling into the chocolate cookie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

5

Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is firm enough to slice cleanly.

6

To make the chocolate drizzle, warm chocolate chips and heavy cream together in short intervals, stirring until smooth.

7

Drizzle the chocolate over the chilled pie and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.

8

Slice and serve chilled with extra whipped cream if desired.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This no-bake peanut butter pie is rich, creamy, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make. It has the perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter without needing to turn on the oven.

  • No baking required
  • Perfect chocolate peanut butter flavor
  • Great make-ahead dessert
  • Easy enough for beginners

Ingredient Notes

Creamy peanut butter gives the filling its rich flavor and smooth texture. Use regular creamy peanut butter for the best structure.

Cream cheese helps the pie set while keeping the filling tangy and balanced. The chocolate cookie crust adds a deep cocoa flavor that pairs perfectly with the peanut butter.

Tips For The Best Pie

  • Use softened cream cheese so the filling stays smooth.
  • Fold the whipped topping gently to keep the texture light.
  • Chill for at least 4 hours before slicing.
  • Use a sharp knife for clean slices.

Variations

Add crushed peanut butter cups, Oreo crumbs, caramel drizzle, mini chocolate chips, salted peanuts, or a layer of chocolate ganache for an even richer dessert.