No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

There is nothing I love more than a dessert that requires no baking. I love a sweet treat after dinner and no-bake options mean I can get something pulled together and into the fridge quickly and easily. This no-bake chocolate peanut butter pie is a family favorite and I love making it for guests, too!

There are a lot of ways to customize this pie by adding different toppings or mix-ins. I list a few of those later in the recipe. You can also make this pie ahead of time or freeze it for an upcoming gathering. Keep reading for all the details on this deliciously decadent dessert.

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 30 Oreos
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the filling:

• 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• Pinch of kosher salt
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips

How To Slice A No-Bake Pie Cleanly

Once your pie has set in the refrigerator, you want a knife to run through it cleanly for neat slices and perfect pie pieces. The easiest way to do this is by warming your knife briefly before cutting.

Take the knife you’re going to use and run it under hot water for a few seconds until the blade is warm to the touch and use it to cut through the chilled pie. This results in clean, even slices. You may need to wipe the knife and re-warm it after making a few slices into the pie. A clean, warm blade is the key.

Instructions

Here are all the steps to make this rich and decadent no-bake peanut butter pie.

Step 1 – Make the crust

Melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan on the stove or in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish. 

Add the Oreo cookies to your food processor and turn it on. Drizzle the melted butter into the cookies as they pulverize. 

Turn the mixer off and pour the crumbly cookies into a greased 9-inch pie pan. Use your fingers or a small measuring scoop to press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan and up the sides. Place the crust in the freezer to set up for about 10 minutes. 

Step 2 – Make the filling

While the crust is chilling, add the peanut butter and cream cheese in a stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Mix on medium until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and pinch of kosher salt and mix on medium until combined. 

Turn the mixer down to low and drizzle in your heavy cream. Slowly increase the mixer speed to high and beat until the filling becomes fluffy. Set filling aside.

Step 3 – Assemble the pie

When your filling is complete, pull the crust out of the freezer. Pour the peanut butter filling into the crust and use a spatula to smooth the top. Top with chocolate chips.

Step 5 – Chill and serve

Cover the pie in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours or up to overnight before serving. 

A great tip for keeping the top of the pie from sticking to the plastic wrap is to use toothpicks. Place a few toothpicks into the top of the pie to keep the plastic wrap from touching the peanut butter filling. You can cover the toothpick holes with chocolate chips just before slicing to serve.

Cookware Used

Food processor: A food processor is the easiest way to make the Oreo crust come together quickly. You can pulverize the cookies while drizzling the warm butter and the crust is practically done. 

Stand mixer: A stand mixer is a perfect tool to create this luscious filling. Keep the mixer going as you add all the ingredients for a creamy, whipped texture to the peanut butter mixture. 

9-inch pie pan: I bake this in a 9.5-inch pie pan. You could also use a 9-inch pan as well. Be sure to grease it thoroughly before adding the crust for easy removal after cooling. 

Can You Make This Pie Ahead of Time?

Yes! This pie needs time to chill out in the fridge anyway so it’s a perfect make-ahead treat. This pie can be made 2 days ahead of time and can be kept in the refrigerator. It also freezes well and can hang out in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just thaw in the refrigerator before serving. 

Can You Use Other Nut Butter?

I don’t recommend using other nut butter for this recipe. They tend to be a bit more oily and can really change the consistency of the pie. Stick to regular creamy, and not natural, peanut butter for this one.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Toppings

To really make this pie your own, consider a variety of toppings to create a custom peanut butter chocolate pie that your family will love. You could even serve the toppings in little dishes and let everyone top their pie with their own favorites. Here are some ideas for toppings.

• A drizzle of melted chocolate or warm, gooey caramel
• Sprinkle a handful of coated peanut butter candies like Reeses Pieces
• Top with lots of mini chocolate chips for a little extra texture
• Finely chopped nuts like pecans, peanuts, or walnuts are great
• Mini marshmallows and some graham cracker crumbles would make a great s’mores twist

Now, It’s Your Turn!

This no-bake chocolate peanut butter pie is super simple and so delicious. The luscious, creamy filling comes together quickly in a stand mixer. And since you don’t even need to turn on the oven, it’s a great recipe for kids to help with. 

Feel free to top this pie with any of your favorite toppings. Candies, nuts, drizzles — nothing is off limits! 

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