Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie

This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is rich, creamy, and loaded with sweet peanut butter flavor in every bite. With layers of soft vanilla cream filling and crunchy peanut butter crumbles nestled in a graham cracker crust, it’s one of those no-bake desserts I love pulling out when I want something indulgent but easy to make. It’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any time I’m craving a cool and creamy slice of comfort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how this pie combines a fluffy cream filling with crunchy-sweet peanut butter crumbles—both rich and light at the same time. There’s no baking involved, which makes it perfect when I want to whip up dessert without turning on the oven. It’s a real crowd-pleaser too, especially for peanut butter lovers. I can make it ahead of time and let it chill until I’m ready to serve.

Ingredients

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1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, I mix the creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar until it forms a crumbly mixture. I set aside half of it for the topping.

2. In a large mixing bowl, I beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth.

3. I add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and continue beating until it becomes light, thick, and fluffy.

4. I spread half of the peanut butter crumble evenly in the bottom of the graham cracker crust.

5. In a separate bowl, I whisk the milk and vanilla pudding mix until thickened—this takes about 1–2 minutes.

6. I fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and smooth.

7. I pour the filling over the peanut butter crumbles in the crust and smooth it out.

8. I sprinkle the remaining peanut butter crumble evenly over the top.

9. I chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (overnight is even better) before slicing and serving.

Servings and timing

This recipe yields 8 servings.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
Total time: 4 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling time)

Variations

• I sometimes add a drizzle of melted chocolate or chocolate syrup on top for a peanut butter cup feel.

• A dollop of whipped cream and crushed peanuts makes a beautiful garnish.

• For a crust with more texture, I’ve used crushed pretzel crust instead of graham cracker.

• A sprinkle of mini chocolate chips adds a little bite and contrast to the creaminess.

Storage/Reheating

I store this pie in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 4 days. Since it’s a chilled dessert, there’s no need to reheat. I make sure it stays cold and slice only when ready to serve. I don’t recommend freezing it because the texture of the cream filling can change once thawed.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Yes, I’ve used crunchy peanut butter before—it adds a bit of texture to the crumble layer, which I actually like.

Can I use homemade whipped cream instead of heavy cream?

Yes, I whip the heavy cream myself until stiff peaks form. If I want to save time, I’ve used whipped topping like Cool Whip with good results.

What if I don’t have a graham cracker crust?

I’ve made my own by mixing crushed graham crackers with melted butter and a bit of sugar, then pressing it into a pie dish.

Can I make this pie a day ahead?

Absolutely. I often make it the night before so it has plenty of time to set up and the flavors can blend.

Is this pie overly sweet?

It’s rich and sweet, but the cream cheese balances it nicely. If I want it less sweet, I cut back just slightly on the granulated sugar.

Conclusion

This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is everything I want in a no-bake dessert—creamy, sweet, nutty, and effortless. Whether I’m sharing it at a gathering or keeping it all to myself for the week, it never disappoints. It’s one of those classic comfort desserts that always hits the spot.