Easy Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

A Creamy, Cool Dessert for the Whole Family

Who doesn't love peanut butter? If your kids gobble up PB&Js like there's no tomorrow, they're guaranteed to be some of this pie's biggest fans. And so will you, based on the simple ingredients this recipe has and the minimal time it takes to whip up. In less than 10 minutes, this no-bake pie is ready to freeze, and it's so sweet and refreshing that it might not last much longer than that once you serve it!

Total Time: 3 hours, 10 minutes | Prep Time: 10 minutes | Serves: 8 to 12 (makes 1 pie)

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  

For the Filling:

• 8 ounces Neufchatel cheese
  
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  

Directions:

1. In the pie pan, whisk the graham cracker crumbs with the brown sugar and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into and up the sides of the pan.
   
2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the Neufchatel cheese with the powdered sugar and peanut butter until light and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. 
   
3. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. 
   
4. With a spatula, gently fold the whipping cream into the peanut butter mixture.
   
5. Pour the filling over the crust, and smooth the top with the spatula.
   
6. Freeze for at least 3 hours before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
   

References

• Adapted from a recipe by XOXO Bella

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