Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe features a simple Oreo crust, a rich creamy peanut butter filling, and a smooth chocolate topping. Best of all, no baking is required—just assemble, chill, and enjoy.
author’s note
My Favorite Candy Turned Pie
Peanut butter cups were one of my favorite childhood treats, and this pie captures that same flavor in a more grown-up, dessert-sized way. The filling tastes like the center of a peanut butter cup—rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced with the chocolate layers. Using a chocolate cookie crust keeps the base fudgy and chocolate-forward, while the topping is a silky ganache rather than a brittle shell, so every forkful feels indulgent.
This recipe is ideal when you want a decadent dessert without turning on the oven. It comes together quickly, chills to slice cleanly, and presents beautifully for gatherings, holidays, or a weekend treat.
Ingredients In This Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
| Ingredient | Notes |
|---|---|
| Oreos | Use the whole cookie, filling included. Regular Oreos work best—avoid Double Stuf for texture balance. |
| Butter & salt | Unsalted butter lets you control the salt level; add a pinch to the crust for contrast. |
| Creamy peanut butter | Use a shelf-stable creamy peanut butter for a stable, smooth filling. Natural peanut butter can separate and become oily. |
| Powdered sugar & vanilla | Sift powdered sugar if it’s clumpy to keep the filling silky. |
| Chocolate chips & heavy cream | Semi-sweet or milk chocolate both work; choose based on how sweet you want the topping. |
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe Steps
- Make the crust: Pulse whole Oreo cookies to fine crumbs, combine with melted butter and a pinch of salt, press firmly into a 9-inch pie pan.
- Chill the crust: Freeze the crust briefly while you prepare the filling so it firms up and holds shape.
- Prepare the filling: Beat creamy peanut butter, room-temperature butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a small pinch of salt until smooth; spread evenly in the chilled crust.
- Make the topping: Heat heavy cream until very hot (not boiling), pour over chocolate chips and a little peanut butter, let sit, then stir until glossy and smooth; pour over the filling and smooth the surface.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate until the pie is set, about 1 to 3 hours, then slice cleanly using a hot, dry knife for neat wedges.
Shortcuts
Make It Faster!
- Use a store-bought chocolate cookie crust to skip crushing cookies and pressing the base.
- Skip the ganache and scatter chopped peanut-butter candies or a drizzle of melted chocolate for a quicker finish.
Reader’s Notes & Tips
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe Tips
- Choose good-quality chocolate for the topping to ensure a smooth, flavorful ganache.
- If your ganache isn’t glossy, top the pie with chocolate curls, chopped peanuts, or chopped chocolate peanut butter candies to add texture and visual appeal.
- Bring butter to room temperature before starting so the filling whips up smoothly—soft but not melted.
- For the cleanest slices, warm and dry your knife between cuts; this helps the ganache and filling not stick to the blade.
Storage
Leftovers?
Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to five days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to one month; thaw in the fridge before serving. Proper storage keeps the crust from becoming soggy and preserves the creamy texture of the filling.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
20 minutes
1 hour
1 hour 20 minutes
8 servings
Equipment
- 9-inch pie pan
- Blender or food processor
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
Ingredients
- 25 Oreos, regular (not double-stuffed)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/16 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter (e.g., Skippy)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, pulse whole Oreos until they form fine crumbs. Measure 1 3/4 cups of crumbs and combine with the melted butter and salt in a bowl. Stir until the crumbs form a thick mixture, then press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Use the flat bottom of a measuring cup to compact the crust. Place the crust in the freezer while you make the filling.
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, room-temperature butter, vanilla, powdered sugar, and salt. Beat on low speed until the filling is completely smooth and homogenous. Avoid overbeating or using too high a speed, which can change the texture. Transfer the filling to the chilled crust and smooth into an even layer. Return to the freezer briefly while you prepare the topping.
- For the topping, place chocolate chips and the 2 tablespoons peanut butter in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream until hot but not boiling, about 30–60 seconds in a microwave. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and peanut butter, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes to melt. Stir gently until the mixture is glossy and smooth. Pour this ganache over the peanut butter layer and spread evenly. Refrigerate until firm, about 1–3 hours.
- To slice, warm a sharp knife under hot water, dry it, and make clean cuts. Serve slices chilled and return any leftovers to the refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: If you need to soften butter quickly, cut it into small pieces and let it sit at room temperature for 15–30 minutes, or microwave in very short bursts at low power—watch carefully so it doesn’t melt.
Storage: Keep the pie covered in the fridge for up to five days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 685 kcal | Carbohydrates: 70 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 44 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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