Description
A rich and creamy no-bake dessert featuring a smooth peanut butter filling in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for any occasion and loved by peanut butter fans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 egg yolks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until soft crumbs form. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk over medium heat until thickened.
- In a small bowl, beat egg yolks, then temper with a few spoonfuls of hot mixture before adding back to the pan.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes more until smooth and creamy, then remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
- Sprinkle half of the peanut butter crumbs over the crust, pour the filling on top, and add the remaining crumbs.
- Chill for 3–4 hours or until set. Top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
For a lighter taste, use fresh whipped cream instead of store-bought topping. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American