Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie
The Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie is a rich and creamy dessert combining luscious peanut butter filling with a chocolatey graham cracker crust, all topped with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and optional chocolate drizzle. Easy to make and visually stunning, this pie is perfect for sharing at gatherings or indulging in a cozy night at home.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 mins (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free crust substitution)
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: chocolate chips or melted chocolate for crust incorporation
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 5–6 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Toppings
- Additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for garnish
- Optional: melted chocolate for drizzling
- Prepare the Crust: Start by mixing 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs with 6 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this firmly into a large pie dish, creating an even, tight layer. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling to help it set properly.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of peanut butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 1 cup of powdered sugar while mixing on low speed to avoid dust clouds. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream to soft peaks, then gently fold it into the peanut butter mixture for a fluffy, airy texture.
- Add Reese’s Pieces: Chop 5-6 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and carefully fold them into the filling. This ensures every slice delivers exciting pockets of peanut butter and chocolate throughout the pie.
- Assemble the Pie: Spoon the filling into the chilled crust, spreading it evenly. Scatter more chopped Reese’s on top for garnish. For an extra touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the surface in a decorative pattern, if desired.
- Chill and Set: Place the pie in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight to allow the filling to firm up and the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother blending without lumps in the filling.
- Don’t overwhip cream; stop at soft peaks to maintain lightness and avoid grainy texture.
- Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling and achieve clean slices.
- Chill the pie thoroughly to help it hold its shape and intensify flavor.
- Use a spoon or piping bag for neat, elegant chocolate drizzle decoration.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry before slicing to prevent the pie from falling apart.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of pie)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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