Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe for Parties

Don’t make this chocolate peanut butter pie recipe. Things will get messy.

Try resisting a no-bake, ultra-creamy peanut butter pie finished with a glossy layer of chocolate ganache and crowned with salty-sweet Reese’s peanut butter cups. Best of all, it’s ridiculously simple to prepare.

Ugh. THE. WORST.

Ingredient Notes

• Pie shell: graham cracker, Oreo, or one of the gluten-free options listed below.
• Cream cheese: full-fat or Neufchâtel, softened for best texture.
• Peanut butter: creamy, old-school style gives the smoothest filling.
• Cool Whip (or another stabilized whipped topping).
• Heavy cream for the ganache (and optionally for the filling).
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips for the ganache.
• Reese’s peanut butter cups to chop and sprinkle on top (optional).

How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Ready to see how easy this is? If you avoid baking, or just want a fuss-free dessert, this pie will make you the kitchen hero.

1. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, peanut butter, milk (or heavy cream), and vanilla until smooth.
2. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the pie shell and chill while you make the ganache.
3. For the ganache, bring the heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, pour over the chocolate chips, let sit 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
4. Pour the ganache over the chilled peanut butter filling and immediately sprinkle with chopped Reese’s. Refrigerate 4–6 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Can I Add More Chocolate?

Absolutely. Here are easy ways to boost the chocolate:

• Fold mini chocolate chips into the peanut butter filling before spreading.
• Use an Oreo or chocolate cookie crust for a richer base.
• Add a layer of hot fudge on the crust before filling, or use it instead of ganache for the topping.
• Sprinkle extra chocolate chips or chopped peanut butter cups over the crust before adding the filling.

More Topping Ideas

If you love the peanut-butter-and-chocolate combo, try these additional toppings:

• Reese’s Pieces
• Chopped roasted peanuts
• Extra chocolate chips
• Chopped Snickers or other candy bars
• Pretzels for crunch and saltiness
• Any leftover candy you want to use up

What Kind of Pie Shells Can I Use?

Use whatever suits your needs—traditional or gluten-free options work well:

• Chex pie crust (gluten-free)
• Pecan nut pie crust (gluten-free)
• Almond flour pie crust (gluten-free)
• Graham cracker crust
• Oreo crust or gluten-free Oreo-style crust

Freezing Tips

This chocolate peanut butter pie freezes well for up to 3 months if wrapped tightly. You can enjoy it frozen or thawed.

To freeze: assemble the pie, freeze until solid, then wrap in plastic wrap and a layer of foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving. Save delicate garnishes for just before serving, as they may lose texture in the freezer.

Did you make this recipe? I love hearing from you! Leave a star rating and a comment below the recipe card — it helps others and I appreciate the feedback. -Melissa