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Delicious Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

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This pie has a crunchy graham cracker crust baked golden. Smooth chocolate pudding blends with peanut butter and melted chocolate before chilling to set. Vanilla and a bit of gelatin help it get firm and silky. Sprinkled with crunchy peanuts on top, it's a sweet treat you won't forget. Letting it cool overnight makes it taste better and slice nicely.

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Lindsey
Created By Lindsey
Most recently updated on Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:50:19 GMT
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This chocolate peanut butter pudding pie is just the thing when you want a dessert that looks fancy but is actually easy to pull off. The crunchy graham crust mixed with smooth chocolate pudding and creamy peanut butter hits every craving spot. It's great for treating the family or wowing guests with something rich yet simple.

I tossed this together last minute when I forgot ice cream for a party and it instantly became everyone's favorite. The peanut butter and chocolate combo feels both classic and fancy at the same time.

Ingredients

Instructions

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I love the graham cracker crust because it adds a nice crunch to the smooth filling. I made this pie for a birthday once and everyone gobbled it up right away. The peanut butter flavor always puts a smile on faces and feels warm and familiar.

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This pie mixes peanut butter and chocolate effortlessly for a dessert that everyone will love.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ What makes the crust crispier?

Make sure the butter is melted completely and mixed well with crumbs before pressing it hard into the pan. Baking it until you see a golden color helps it get nice and crunchy.

→ Can I swap gelatin for another thickener?

Gelatin gives a smooth, firm finish, but agar-agar works as a vegetarian option. Just know the firmness and texture might change.

→ Which chocolate should I use?

Semisweet chocolate strikes a good balance of sweet and rich. Dark chocolate brings strong cocoa flavor, while milk chocolate adds creaminess.

→ Why cool the crust before adding filling?

Letting the crust cool stops it from getting soggy when you pour the filling in. This keeps the base crisp.

→ How long to chill before serving?

The pie should chill at least 3 hours, but overnight is best for firm filling and blended flavors.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

A creamy peanut butter and chocolate pudding pie with a crunchy graham crust.

Preparation Time
25 minutes
Time to Cook
25 minutes
Overall Time
50 minutes
Created By: Lindsey

Type of Recipe: Sweet Treats

Cooking Difficulty: Intermediate Skill Needed

Cuisine Style: American

Servings Yielded: 8 Number of Servings

Diet Preferences: Vegetarian Option

Ingredients List

→ Base

01 Melted unsalted butter, 99 grams (about 7 tablespoons)
02 Whole graham crackers, crushed, 230 grams (around 15 crackers)
03 Light brown sugar, 13 grams (1 tablespoon)

→ Filling

04 Vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons
05 Gelatin, unflavored, 1 tablespoon
06 Unsweetened cocoa powder, 26 grams (1/3 cup)
07 Granulated sugar, 133 grams (2/3 cup)
08 Milk (whole, 1%, or 2%), 720 milliliters (3 cups)
09 Cornstarch, 32 grams (1/4 cup)
10 Semisweet chocolate, chopped, 85 grams (3 ounces)
11 Peanut butter, creamy, 135 grams (1/2 cup)
12 Boiling water, 80 milliliters (about 1/3 cup)
13 Fine sea salt, 1/8 teaspoon

→ Top

14 Dry-roasted peanuts, unsalted and chopped

Detailed Cooking Steps

Step 01

Set your oven to 175°C (350°F) and let it get warm.

Step 02

Grind graham crackers with brown sugar until you have about 1 3/4 cups of fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse until it’s all damp.

Step 03

Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to press the crust mix down evenly in a 23 cm (9-inch) pie or springform pan, making sure to push it up the sides too.

Step 04

Bake crust for about 12 minutes till it smells nutty and turns golden. Then set it aside on a wire rack to cool down completely.

Step 05

Sprinkle gelatin over hot water in a small bowl and stir until it’s all dissolved. Keep it aside for now.

Step 06

Whisk sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt together in a medium pot.

Step 07

While whisking, slowly pour in the milk so the mix stays smooth.

Step 08

Turn heat to medium and keep whisking for about 10 minutes till it thickens and just starts boiling.

Step 09

Take the pot off the heat, then mix in peanut butter and chopped chocolate till melted and smooth.

Step 10

Pour in vanilla and the dissolved gelatin. Give it a good stir to mix everything well.

Step 11

Put the pudding into your cooled crust. Sprinkle chopped dry-roasted peanuts on top. Pop it in the fridge for at least 3 hours, but overnight is best to set.

Step 12

Cover and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days to keep it tasting fresh.

Helpful Hints

  1. For a richer taste, try whole milk and dark chocolate. Make sure your crust is fully cool before adding filling to stop it getting soggy. Letting it chill overnight helps it set nicely.

Necessary Kitchen Tools

  • Medium saucepan
  • Food processor
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch pie or springform pan

Allergy Information

Always check ingredient labels for allergens and ask a doctor if unsure.
  • Contains nuts, dairy, and gluten from graham crackers

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

These nutritional values serve as a guide and don’t replace advice from healthcare experts.
  • Calorie Count: 450
  • Fat Content: 24 grams
  • Carbohydrate Content: 55 grams
  • Protein Amount: 12 grams