Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie is the ultimate dessert for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. With a rich, creamy peanut butter filling, a chocolatey crust, and a decadent topping loaded with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, this no-bake pie is indulgent, impressive, and surprisingly easy to make.
Why You’ll Love This Pie
- No baking required
- Ultra creamy and rich texture
- Loaded with chocolate and peanut butter flavor
- Perfect for parties and celebrations
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 4–6 hours (or overnight)
- Total Time: about 4 hours 30 minutes
Ingredients
Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, crushed)
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 225 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (or whipped cream)
Chocolate Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Garnish:
- 1–2 cups chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Chocolate drizzle (optional)
How to Make Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
In a bowl:
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter
Press firmly into a pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.
Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to set.
Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Filling
In a large bowl:
- Beat cream cheese until smooth
- Add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla
- Mix until creamy
Fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Fill the Pie
- Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the crust
- Smooth the top
Step 4: Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat heavy cream until hot
- Pour over chocolate chips
- Let sit 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth
Let it cool slightly.
Step 5: Add Topping
- Pour ganache over the peanut butter layer
- Spread evenly
Step 6: Decorate
- Sprinkle chopped Reese’s on top
- Add extra chocolate drizzle if desired
Step 7: Chill
Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours or until fully set.
Step 8: Serve
Slice and serve chilled.
Tips for Best Results
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture
- Chill overnight for clean slices
- Let ganache cool slightly before pouring
- Freeze for 30–60 minutes if you want firmer slices
Variations
- Use a graham cracker crust instead of chocolate
- Add crushed peanuts for crunch
- Mix mini chocolate chips into the filling
- Drizzle caramel on top for extra richness
Storage
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
- Freeze for up to 2 months
- Thaw in the fridge before serving
Calories (Approximate)
- Per slice (based on 10 slices): 500–600 calories
Final Thoughts
Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie is rich, creamy, and packed with indulgent flavors. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress anyone who loves chocolate and peanut butter.