Grandma’s Peanut Butter Pie

A rich, creamy, and nostalgic peanut butter pie just like Grandma used to make! This classic dessert features a smooth peanut butter filling in a buttery crust, topped with whipped cream and peanut butter crumbles.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed vanilla wafers)
• ¼ cup sugar
• 6 tablespoons melted butter

For the Peanut Butter Crumbles:

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ cup creamy peanut butter

For the Filling:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup whole milk

For the Topping:

• Whipped cream or Cool Whip
• Extra peanut butter crumbles (optional)
• Chocolate shavings or drizzle (optional)

Instructions:

1. Make the Crust:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
   • Press into a 9-inch pie pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
2. Prepare the Peanut Butter Crumbles:
   • In a small bowl, use a fork to mix powdered sugar and peanut butter until small crumbs form. Set aside.
3. Make the Filling:
   • In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
   • In another bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
   • Add peanut butter, vanilla, and milk, mixing until creamy.
   • Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
4. Assemble the Pie:
   • Sprinkle half of the peanut butter crumbles over the cooled crust.
   • Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the crumbles.
   • Top with whipped cream and remaining peanut butter crumbles.
5. Chill & Serve:
   • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set.
   • Slice and serve, optionally drizzling with melted chocolate.

Enjoy Grandma’s classic peanut butter pie with a glass of milk or coffee! 😊