No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Pie
An indulgent, creamy dessert combining chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for any occasion without needing an oven.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 200 g chocolate cookies, crushed
- 100 g melted butter
For the Peanut Butter Filling
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter Approximately 250g
- 1 cup powdered sugar Approximately 125g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Approximately 120ml
For the Chocolate Topping
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Approximately 120ml
Optional Toppings
- Mini chocolate pieces
- Drizzled peanut butter
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the crushed chocolate cookies with the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to set.
Peanut Butter Filling
- In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add heavy cream while whisking until the filling is creamy and soft.
- Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the chilled crust.
Chocolate Layer
- In a heatproof bowl over a lightly simmering water bath (double boiler), melt dark chocolate with heavy cream until smooth and glossy.
- Allow it to cool slightly, then pour it over the peanut butter layer.
Decoration and Setting
- Add your favorite toppings such as chocolate chips, peanut butter drizzle, chopped nuts, or mini peanut butter cups.
- Refrigerate the pie for 2–4 hours until fully set and the layers are firm.
Notes
Use good-quality chocolate for rich flavor, and whip the peanut butter filling longer for creaminess. Make sure the chocolate layer is warm but not hot before pouring over the filling.