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Peanut Butter Pie

Peanut Butter Pie is the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves the nutty-sweet flavor of peanut butter. Imagine a pie with layers of creamy vanilla pudding, sweet peanut butter crumbles, and fluffy Cool Whip, all nestled in a buttery crust. It’s so good, you’ll want to grab a fork and eat the whole thing!

Peanut butter pie with a slice cut and a spatula ready to serve it.


This simple pie is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re showing off your dessert skills at a party or just treating yourself to something special. Bonus: it’s super easy to make! With just a few simple steps, you can whip up a dessert that everyone will rave about.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Perfect for PB Fans: If you love peanut butter, this is your pie.
  • Crowd Favorite: From the homemade pudding to the crumbly peanut butter topping, this pie is a guaranteed hit.
  • Easy Enough for Kids: It’s so simple that even the kids can help make it!

Ingredients

The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

  • 9-inch Pie Shell: Save time with a store-bought crust or make your own if you’re feeling ambitious!
  • Sugar: Sweetens the homemade vanilla pudding for that perfect creamy layer.
  • Cornstarch: Helps thicken the pudding so it’s just the right texture.
  • Eggs: Binds the pudding together.
  • Milk: Makes the pudding rich and creamy.
  • Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm, sweet flavor to the pudding.
  • Peanut Butter: The star of the show! Combined with powdered sugar for the crumbly layers.
  • Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the peanut butter mixture and gives it a crumbly texture.
  • Cool Whip: A fluffy, sweet topping that pulls all the layers together. You can also make your own stabilized whipped cream.
Ingredients on a white counter.

How to Make Peanut Butter Pie

Follow along on how to make peanut butter pie.

  • Step One: Add sugar and cornstarch to a saucepan. Whisk together eggs and milk and add to saucepan. Heat over medium high, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat. Add vanilla extract. Let cool.
Collage of making the vanilla pudding in a pot.
  • Step Two: In a large bowl, stir together powdered sugar and peanut butter until crumbly.
  • Step Three: Place ½ of crumbs into pie shell. Pour vanilla pudding over top. Cover with Cool Whip. Sprinkle remaining crumbs on top.
  • Step Four: Place in the fridge to cool until set, about 3 hours.
Collage of assembling the pie.

What to Serve with It

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    This pie is amazing on its own, but if you want to round out your dessert table, try serving it alongside:

    A slice of pie on a spatula.

    Variations and Substitutions

    • Chocolate Crust: Swap the regular crust for a chocolate cookie crust for a Reese’s-style treat.
    • Extra Toppings: Add mini peanut butter cups, Reese’s Pieces, or a drizzle of melted chocolate on top.
    • Heavy Cream for Pudding: Use heavy cream instead of milk for an extra-rich pudding layer.

    Storage Instructions

    • Fridge: Cover the pie and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    • Freezer: This pie freezes well! Wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
    A slice of pie on a plate.

    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    • Perfect Crumbs: Use an electric mixer to make the peanut butter and powdered sugar mixture—it should look like large crumbs.
    • Pudding Perfection: Stir the pudding constantly while cooking to avoid burning or scalding.
    • Decorate It!: Be creative with toppings like whipped cream swirls, chocolate drizzle, or chopped candy.

    What Kind of Peanut Butter Should I Use?

    Go for creamy peanut butter for the best texture. Natural peanut butter works too, but make sure it’s mixed well before using.

    A slice of pie on a plate with a bite off the end.

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    4.43 from 19 votes

    Peanut Butter Pie

    Created by Stacie Vaughan
    Servings 6
    Prep Time 3 hours 10 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
    Peanut Butter Pie is the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves the nutty-sweet flavor of peanut butter. Imagine a pie with layers of creamy vanilla pudding, sweet peanut butter crumbles, and fluffy Cool Whip, all nestled in a buttery crust. It’s so good, you’ll want to grab a fork and eat the whole thing!

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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 9-inch pie shell baked
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 2 tbsp cornstarch
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • cup peanut butter
    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 to 3 cups Cool Whip

    Instructions

    • Add sugar and cornstarch to a saucepan. Whisk together eggs and milk and add to saucepan. Heat over medium high, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat. Add vanilla extract. Let cool.
    • In a large bowl, stir together powdered sugar and peanut butter until crumbly.
    • Place ½ of crumbs into pie shell. Pour vanilla pudding over top. Cover with Cool Whip. Sprinkle remaining crumbs on top.
    • Place in the fridge to cool until set, about 3 hours.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1piece | Calories: 545kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 13.6g | Fat: 26.5g | Saturated Fat: 7.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17.3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 72.6mg | Sodium: 323.1mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 45.3g

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Keyword peanut butter, pie, pie recipes

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    1. Judy Gade says:

      3 stars
      Didn’t see anything in the recipe where it said a package of vanilla pudding??

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