This No Bake Peanut Butter Pie Recipe is a decadent treat you can prepare with ease. With no baking required, just whip, fold, and chill. Add your toppings of choice, and enjoy!
Try a no bake lemon cheesecake and no bake raspberry cheesecake, too!
Is there anything tastier than the combination of chocolate and peanut butter? Whether it’s in chocolate peanut butter chia seed pudding, frozen peanut butter hot chocolate, or this chocolate no bake peanut butter pie, it always hits the spot!
This recipe is a particular favorite, because it’s incredibly rich and so easy to make. With no need to roll out pie dough, par-bake, or use a springform pan, it’s a dessert dream come true and may just become your new favorite treat.
Ingredients to Gather
You only need a few simple ingredients for this recipe!
- Graham Cracker Crust. Find this in this baking section of your local grocery store.
- Peanut Butter. Use a creamy peanut butter. You can use whatever type of peanut butter you have on hand. If you are using natural peanut butter though, make sure to stir it well so there is no separation and the oil is incorporated well.
- Cream Cheese and Powdered Sugar. Forms the base of the filling. Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature. It will not mix well, and the cheesecake mixture will be lumpy if the cream cheese is not softened enough.
- Whipped Cream. Creates a fluffy consistency.
- Chocolate Syrup. Adds the fun finishing touch and gives that delicious chocolate flavor that compliments peanut butter so well!
Be sure to check out the printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
How To Make No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add the peanut butter and the cream cheese.
Step 2
Add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
Step 3
Fold in the whipped cream.
Step 4
Spoon the mixture into the graham cracker crust, smoothing it out evenly. Drizzle the chocolate syrup on top. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, slice, and serve!
Storage Instructions
If you have leftovers, big if because this pie disappears fast, just cover it tightly with plastic wrap or foil and keep it in the fridge. It’ll stay fresh for about 4-5 days. If you topped it with whipped cream, just know it might soften a little over time.
To make it ahead or save some for later, freezing is the way to go! Just wrap the whole pie (or individual slices) in plastic wrap, then pop it into a freezer-safe bag or container. It’ll stay good for up to 2 months! When you’re ready to eat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight.
Finally, if you're prepping this pie for an event, you can make it 1-2 days in advance, just store it in the fridge until it’s time to dig in and then top it with whipped cream or some chocolate syrup!
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure! Feel free to use a pre-made pie crust or even an Oreo crust.
Serve your pie with any toppings you like best! Whipped cream, chocolate chips, extra peanut butter, caramel sauce, chopped peanut butter cups, or fresh fruit are tasty options.
If your pie filling is too soft, try refrigerating it for a few hours before serving. If you need it even firmer, you can mix in a little extra powdered sugar or cream cheese for more structure.
No Bake Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 Graham cracker crust Store bought or homemade
- 1 cup Peanut Butter Smooth
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
- ½ cup Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Whipped cream or Whipped topping
- ½ cup Chocolate syrup For garnish
Instructions
- Beat the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped cream or the cool whip.
- Spoon the mixture into the graham cracker crust, smoothing it out evenly.
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup on top in your favorite pattern. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, slice, and serve!
Notes
- If you have it on hand, you can use cool whip instead of your own homemade whipped cream.
- Make sure the peanut butter and the cream cheese are both softened to room temperature so they are easily mixed into the filling of the pie.
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