Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (plus 4 hours chilling)
Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Medium
Category: Dessert

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Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10-12 full sheets)

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural-style)

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

For the Whipped Topping:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Optional: Crushed peanuts or chocolate shavings for garnish

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.

3. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly.

4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Filling

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until smooth and fluffy.

5. Spread the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.

Step 3: Prepare the Whipped Topping

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

2. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the peanut butter filling.

3. Garnish with crushed peanuts or chocolate shavings if desired.

Step 4: Chill and Serve

1. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set.

2. Slice and serve chilled.

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Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 650 kcal

• Total Fat: 48g

• Saturated Fat: 22g

• Cholesterol: 95mg

• Sodium: 280mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 46g

• Dietary Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 34g

• Protein: 11g

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Tips & Variations

• For a no-bake option: Use a pre-made graham cracker crust.

• Chocolate lovers: Drizzle melted chocolate over the top or mix cocoa powder into the crust.

• Crunchy texture: Use chunky peanut butter or mix in chopped peanuts.

• Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is a decadent treat perfect for gatherings, holidays, or whenever you crave a creamy, peanut buttery dessert. Enjoy!