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:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl.
  2. Press mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie dish.
  3. Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes to set.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  6. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture, preserving the airy texture.
  8. Spoon the filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to firm up.
  10. Whip the remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  11. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie just before serving.
  12. Garnish with chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings if desired.