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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

    Published: Oct 27, 2022 · Updated: Oct 27, 2022 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

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    Easy no bake frozen peanut butter pie recipe
    Frozen peanut butter pie on the countertop.

    With just 5 ingredients, this Frozen Peanut Butter Pie recipe is a creamy, dreamy dessert that takes just 10 minutes to prep! This yummy no-bake pie made with cream cheese and the choice of a graham cracker or chocolate Oreo cookie crust is extra delicious and will have everyone asking for another piece!

    A peanut butter pie on the table next to forks and a stack of plates.
    Creamy and delicious, this recipe for Peanut Butter Pie couldn't be easier.

    I used to love going to my grandmother's house near the holidays. She used to make this pie for us every year. That makes this the best Frozen Peanut Butter Pie recipe.

    And I'd like to say it's her recipe. But she was known to steal recipes. (Check out the Blue Cheese Vinaigrette Dressing she stole from a neighbor!)

    The holidays can get crazy, fast. What I love about this no-bake Peanut Butter Pie is that it's quick to make and is always a real crowd-pleaser. And OMG it's SO ridiculously tasty.

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    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions
    • Directions
    • To Serve
    • Tips and tricks
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • A few more easy recipes you might also enjoy!
    • Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

    Why This Recipe Works

    The holidays are the perfect time to take a trip down memory lane with old family recipes (like this caramel corn and cinnamon hard candy). This Frozen Peanut Butter Pie is totally nostalgic for me.

    This dessert needs just 5 ingredients including the ready-made crust.

    And it takes just a few minutes to put it all together. Waiting for it to freeze fully is the hardest part!

    If you like to have your kids help you in the kitchen this is a great recipe for that since it's almost fool-proof.

    I'm not a huge peanut butter fan but there is something about the way it mixes with the powdered sugar and Cool Whip in this no bake pie to create dessert magic.

    Because this dessert must be made ahead, it's a great recipe to make for company. It also doesn't require any decorating (but you can) so it's great for people who don't have a lot of kitchen confidence (me, my hand is raised).

    Thanks to a food allergy, some of my family members can't have peanut butter. This Brown Sugar Pie is also super delicious! It's crazy easy and has the most buttery, caramel flavor that everyone will love.

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    Ingredients

    Little boy next to the ingredients to make a pie.
    • Peanut Butter (I prefer chunky but smooth is fine too)
    • Cool Whip
    • Powdered Sugar
    • Milk, I used whole milk, but low-fat would work too.
    • Cream Cheese
    • Graham Cracker or Chocolate Cookie Ready-Made Crust

    Substitutions

    If you have a nut allergy as we do, you can try to substitute SunButter or Almond Butter in place of the peanut butter. I did this in my SunButter Cookie recipe and the tastes are very similar.

    I have not tried using non-fat or dairy alternatives for the milk and whipped topping so I can't speak to if those would work or not.

    This could probably be made gluten-free with the correct type of crust too.

    Directions

    Mother and child measuring ingredients into a metal bowl.

    To a large bowl add the milk, the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and Cool Whip.

    Peanut butter being spooned into a measuring cup.

    Add the peanut butter.

    My grandmother used creamy peanut butter, but I like a little crunch in my pie.

    Use a hand mixer to mix everything until smooth and fully combined.

    Mother and child scraping creamy filling into a pie case.

    Scrape the fluffy, creamy peanut butter mixture into the pie crust. Then place in the freezer for at least 4 hours.

    My grandma used a graham cracker crust while I prefer a chocolate Oreo cookie crust when I can find it. You KNOW how good peanut butter and chocolate is together.

    Frozen peanut butter pie on the counter with a child licking the spatula in the background.

    It seems like it gets little ice crystals and is the most amazing consistency! It's pure pie magic!

    To Serve

    Take the pie out of the freezer about 15 minutes before you'd like to serve it. You'll need to test to see if you can get a knife easily through it.

    Tips and tricks

    • Because the pie crust comes in a disposable pan, this is a great dessert to make when you need to transport it to another place. You don't need to worry about getting your dish back after - but remember you don't want it to thaw too much outside the freezer!
    • If you think this looks a little plain you can add a simple chocolate drizzle, a nice mound of whipped cream or even crumbled Oreo cookies.
    • You can make your own Graham Cracker Crust if you prefer.
    Peanut butter pie on the counter with a stack of plates and forks.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you store leftovers?

    To store leftovers, cover the pie pan tightly and place the pie back into the freezer. I would only do that after the first serving. If there is loads leftover (but you probably won't have this problem!) you can always slice the pie before re-freezing so you can just thaw individual slices.

    How long will the pie last in the freezer?

    This pie will last in the freezer for about a week as long as it's tightly covered.

    How do you soften cream cheese quickly?

    To soften cream cheese quickly remove all packaging and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 15 seconds. It should be soft enough to mix well. If there are any liquids on the plate be sure to scrape those into the bowl as well.

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    A few more easy recipes you might also enjoy!

    • Fireball Whiskey Pumpkin Pie
    • 5-ingredient Brown Sugar Pie
    • Banana Pudding Pie with Nilla Wafers
    • Frozen Strawberry Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
    • Best Pie in a Cake Recipe

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    Frozen Peanut Butter Pie

    This is the BEST Peanut Butter Pie recipe! It's one my grandma used to make and it's one of my all-time favorite desserts for the holidays! With just 5 ingredients it couldn't be easier.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Freezing Time: 4 hours
    Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 184kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup milk
    • 3 oz. cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup smooth or crunchy peanut butter
    • 1 container Cool Whip
    • ¾ cup powdered sugar
    • Pre-made graham cracker crust or chocolate cookie crust

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl add milk, softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar and Cool Whip.
    • Use a hand mixer to blend completely until smooth.
    • Scrape the peanut butter mixture into the ready-made crust.
    • Freeze for at least 4 hours.
    • To serve, let stand at room temperature for about 15 minutes before slicing.

    Notes

    • If you think this looks a little plain you can add a simple chocolate drizzle, a nice mound of whipped cream or even crumbled OREO cookies.
    • To soften cream cheese quickly remove all packaging and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 15 seconds. This should make it soft enough to mix well. If there are any liquids on the plate be sure to scrape those into the bowl as well.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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