Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon (15g) powdered sugar
- Optional: chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl.
- Press mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie dish.
- Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to set.
- Beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture, preserving the airy texture.
- Spoon the filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to firm up.
- Whip the remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie just before serving.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings if desired.