Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Pie
Indulge in a heavenly blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate with this Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Pie. It's a perfect treat that combines the nutty goodness of peanut butter with the luxurious taste of chocolate. This pie is perfect for special occasions or as a refreshing frozen dessert on a hot summer day.
10 servings
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pre-baked pie shell
1 (Cooled)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (Softened)
Smooth or crunchy peanut butter
1 cup (At room temperature)
Icing sugar
1 1/4 cups (Divided)
Whipping cream
1 cup (Divided)
Pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 teaspoons
Semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
6 (Chopped)
Chopped peanuts
1/2 cup (Finely chopped)
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it's smooth and creamy.
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2. Add in the peanut butter and 1 cup of icing sugar. Continue to beat until the mixture is thoroughly blended and smooth.
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3. In a separate small mixing bowl, whip 1/2 cup of the whipping cream until soft peaks form.
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4. Gradually beat in the remaining 1/4 cup icing sugar and 2 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract into the whipped cream.
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5. Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the peanut butter mixture until fully combined.
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6. Pour this creamy filling into the pre-baked and cooled pie shell, spreading evenly.
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7. For the chocolate topping, melt the semi-sweet chocolate squares and the remaining 1/2 cup of whipping cream together in a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
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8. Allow the chocolate to cool to lukewarm before pouring it over the pie. Tilt the pie gently to ensure even coverage of the chocolate.
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9. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts around the top of the pie, about one inch from the edge, forming a decorative circle.
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10. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping has set.
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11. Once set, cover the pie with plastic wrap to store in the refrigerator or freezer.
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12. For a frozen treat, serve directly from the freezer for a cool summer delight.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Pie?
It is a heavenly blend of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate in a pie format, perfect for special occasions or as a frozen treat.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
What type of pie shell should I use?
You should use a pre-baked and cooled pie shell.
Does the cream cheese need to be softened?
Yes, the 8 ounces of cream cheese should be softened to ensure a smooth and creamy mixture.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes, you can use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter based on your preference.
How much icing sugar is required in total?
The recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of icing sugar, which is used in divided portions.
How much whipping cream is needed for the recipe?
You will need 1 cup of whipping cream in total, divided for different parts of the recipe.
What type of chocolate is used for the topping?
The recipe uses 6 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, chopped.
How should I prepare the peanuts for the topping?
The 1/2 cup of peanuts should be finely chopped.
How much vanilla extract is added to the pie?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
How is the chocolate topping melted?
Melt the chocolate squares and 1/2 cup of whipping cream in a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water.
Should the chocolate be hot when poured onto the pie?
No, allow the chocolate to cool to lukewarm before pouring it over the filling.
How do I ensure the chocolate covers the pie evenly?
Tilt the pie gently after pouring the chocolate to ensure even coverage.
How long does the pie need to refrigerate?
The pie should be refrigerated for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping has set.
Can I serve this pie from the freezer?
Yes, for a frozen treat, you can serve it directly from the freezer.
How should I store leftovers?
Once set, cover the pie with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator or freezer.
What is the first step in making the filling?
The first step is to beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until it is smooth and creamy.
How do I incorporate the whipped cream into the peanut butter?
Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the peanut butter mixture until fully combined.
Where should the chopped peanuts be placed?
Sprinkle them around the top of the pie in a decorative circle, about one inch from the edge.
Is the peanut butter used at room temperature?
Yes, the peanut butter should be at room temperature for easier blending.
What should be the consistency of the whipped cream peaks?
The whipping cream should be beaten until soft peaks form.
How much icing sugar goes into the peanut butter mixture?
1 cup of icing sugar is added to the peanut butter and cream cheese mixture.
How much icing sugar goes into the whipped cream?
The remaining 1/4 cup of icing sugar is beaten into the whipped cream.
What consistency should the chocolate topping have?
Whisk the chocolate and cream until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Is this a good dessert for summer?
Yes, it is described as a refreshing frozen dessert perfect for hot summer days.
Do I need to bake the filling?
No, the filling is a no-bake mixture that is poured into a pre-baked shell.
Can I use a double boiler?
Yes, a double boiler is recommended for melting the chocolate topping safely.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Tags include peanut butter pie, chocolate pie, dessert, frozen treat, and summer dessert.
Is this pie considered decadent?
Yes, the recipe highlights the luxurious taste of chocolate and creamy peanut butter as a decadent indulgence.
How do I prepare the pie for the freezer?
After the chocolate has set in the fridge, cover the pie with plastic wrap before moving it to the freezer.