Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

If you’re a peanut butter lover, you’re in for a treat! The Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie is a delicious dessert that combines the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and chocolate in an impressive, large pie format. This treat is perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a sweet indulgence on a regular day. With its crunchy graham cracker crust and luscious filling, this pie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe stands out for several reasons. First, it’s incredibly simple to make, requiring no baking except for the crust. Second, the flavor combination of peanut butter and chocolate is nostalgic and beloved by many. Third, the pie’s presentation is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re bringing it to a potluck or serving it at a birthday party, the Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie will certainly steal the spotlight!

How to Make Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate for drizzling
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press this mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust.
3. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
4. Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth.
5. Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold this whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until combined.
6. Fill the Pie: Pour the peanut butter filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Melt the Chocolate: Melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling.
8. Decorate: Drizzle the melted semisweet chocolate on top for decoration.
9. Chill: Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
10. Serve: Slice and enjoy your delicious Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie!

How to Serve Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Serve this decadent pie chilled, directly from the refrigerator. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence. You can also sprinkle some chopped peanuts on top for added texture and flavor.

How to Store Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

To keep your pie fresh, store it covered in the refrigerator. It will last up to 3 days, making it perfect for preparing ahead of time for gatherings. Just be sure to slice servings as needed to maintain the freshness of the remaining pie.

Tips to Make Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your peanut butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
• Whipping Cream: Make sure the bowl and beaters used to whip the cream are cold; this helps achieve stiff peaks more easily.
• Chilling Time: For the best texture, allow the pie to chill for longer than 2 hours if possible. Overnight chilling works great!

Variations

• No-Bake: Keep the crust as a no-bake option if you prefer a softer base. Just mix graham cracker crumbs with butter and chill to set.
• Nut Variations: Try using crunchy peanut butter for added texture or mix in chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
• Flavor Additions: Drizzle some caramel or butterscotch over the top for a delightful twist.

FAQs

Can I Use Crunchy Peanut Butter Instead of Creamy?

Yes! Crunchy peanut butter can add a nice texture contrast.

How Can I Make This Gluten-Free?

Use gluten-free graham crackers to make the crust.

What Can I Use Instead of Heavy Cream?

For a lighter option, you can use whipped topping or coconut cream.

Now that you have this detailed recipe, get ready to create and indulge in your very own Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie! Enjoy every slice of this delightful dessert.

Giant Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Pie

A delicious dessert combining creamy peanut butter and chocolate in a giant pie format, perfect for parties and special occasions.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Party

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Crust

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted

Filling and Topping

• 1 cups creamy peanut butter Room temperature for easy mixing
• 1 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cups heavy cream Chilled for whipping
• 0.5 cups milk chocolate chips For drizzling
• 0.25 cups semisweet chocolate for drizzling
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust.
4. Bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Filling

1. In another bowl, mix creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until combined.
4. Pour the peanut butter filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

Topping and Chilling

1. Melt the milk chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
2. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling.
3. Drizzle melted semisweet chocolate on top for decoration.
4. Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Serving

1. Slice and enjoy your delicious Giant Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Pie!

Notes

Serve this pie chilled with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. To store, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For best texture, chill overnight if possible.