It’s well known that Santa’s most favourite cookies are peanut butter and chocolate chips. Wouldn’t it be great to combine these flavours in a new fascinating way and create a different dessert?
Well, here it is, our chocolate chip peanut butter pie!
Ingredients:
For the Cookie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate chip cookies
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Cookie Crust:
- In a bowl, combine the crushed chocolate chip cookies with melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes or until it’s set. Allow it to cool.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Filling and Whipped Cream:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well combined.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips into the peanut butter and whipped cream mixture.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the peanut butter filling over the cooled cookie crust evenly.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2-3 hours or until it’s set.
- Serve:
- Once set, slice and serve the Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie.
This pie combines peanut butter’s rich and creamy texture with the sweetness of chocolate chips, all nestled in a delicious chocolate chip cookie crust. It’s sure to be a hit, especially during the holiday season! Indulge in the perfect union of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate chips with these homemade delights! Santa-approved and utterly irresistible.