Ingredients:
- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (from about 24 chocolate sandwich cookies)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter and powdered sugar together until smooth.
- Add the softened cream cheese and continue to beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling into the chilled crust and spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped semi-sweet chocolate.
- Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Allow the chocolate ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the chilled pie.
- Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top of the pie.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the pie set in the refrigerator for an additional hour before serving.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate peanut butter pie!
