This recipe is a peanut butter lover's dream, featuring a luscious pie with a rich peanut butter filling, encased in a crunchy Oreo crust, and topped with a smooth chocolate ganache. The crust is made from finely crumbled Oreos mixed with melted butter, creating a delicious base that resembles wet sand. The filling combines cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, beaten until smooth, and then folded with whipped cream to achieve a light yet indulgent texture. Pieces of Reese's peanut butter cups are added for an extra peanut butter kick. The pie is crowned with a velvety chocolate ganache, made by pouring hot cream over semi-sweet chocolate chips and then smoothed to perfection. Once set, the pie can be garnished with additional Reese's pieces and mini chocolate chips, making each slice a rich and delightful experience.
Ingredients:
- Oreo Crust: 20 Oreos, 4 tbsp unsalted butter.
- Peanut Butter Pie Filling: 1 ½ cups heavy cream, ½ cup powdered sugar, 16 oz cream cheese, 2 cups creamy peanut butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ½ cup powdered sugar, 16 Reese's peanut butter cups.
- Chocolate Ganache: 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ½ cup heavy cream.
Instructions:
- Crust: Blend Oreos, mix with butter, line pan, freeze.
- Filling: Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, vanilla, and sugar. Whip cream and sugar, fold into peanut butter mix. Layer over crust with Reese's pieces, chill overnight.
- Ganache: Heat cream, pour over chocolate chips, stir, pour over pie, let set.
Indulge in this Peanut Butter Pie with Oreo Crust and Chocolate Ganache, a dessert that's sure to be a hit at any gathering. Each slice offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy the process of creating this masterpiece and see the joy it brings to those who taste it. This pie is not just a treat, but a celebration of rich and creamy flavors that are meant to be savored and shared. Dive into this decadent dessert and enjoy the blissful moments of indulgence together!