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Creamy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie with Oreo CrustWhy This Pie is a Crowd-PleaserIngredients NeededStep-by-Step Assembly InstructionsFrequently Asked Questions
Creamy No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie with Oreo Crust
If you’re a fan of the classic chocolate and peanut butter flavor combination, this No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie is going to be your new favorite dessert. With a crunchy chocolate cookie crust and a filling that is as light as a cloud yet rich and velvety, this pie tastes like a giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup in pie form. Best of all, it requires zero baking time!
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Why This Pie is a Crowd-Pleaser
- Incredibly Rich: The combination of cream cheese, peanut butter, and whipped cream creates a mousse-like texture.
- Contrast of Textures: The crisp, buttery Oreo cookie crust balances the smooth, creamy filling perfectly.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Can be stored in the fridge or freezer, making it a great dessert for parties.
Ingredients Needed
- Oreo Cookies (24 cookies): Crushed into fine crumbs.
- Unsalted Butter (5 tbsp): Melted, to bind the crust.
- Cream Cheese (8 oz): Softened to room temperature.
- Creamy Peanut Butter (1 cup): Do not use natural peanut butter (the kind that separates), as it will make the filling oily and runny.
- Powdered Sugar (1 cup): To sweeten and stabilize the filling.
- Cool Whip or Whipped Cream (8 oz): Thawed.
- Chocolate Syrup & Chopped Peanut Butter Cups: For garnish.
Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions
- Make the Crust: Mix the Oreo crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Freeze for 10 minutes to set.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, and powdered sugar together until completely smooth. Fold in the thawed Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) until combined and fluffy.
- Fill the Crust: Spoon the filling into the chilled cookie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or freeze for 2 hours, until firm.
- Decorate and Serve: Drizzle chocolate syrup and sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups over the top of the pie before slicing and serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a pre-made crust? Yes! A store-bought graham cracker or chocolate pie crust works perfectly and saves even more prep time.
How do I store leftovers? Keep the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or wrap tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. It actually tastes amazing semi-frozen!
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