Description
This Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie is a decadent no-bake dessert that combines creamy peanut butter with rich milk chocolate in a smooth, luscious pie. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, this pie features a chocolate-coated crust, a creamy peanut butter filling, and is topped with a glossy chocolate layer. Ready to enjoy in just over an hour, it’s ideal for parties, special occasions, or any time you crave a deliciously indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Coating
- 4 cups milk chocolate chips (divided)
- 2 Tbsp vegetable shortening (divided)
Peanut Butter Filling
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 8 Tbsp butter (softened)
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate base: In a small glass bowl, combine 2 cups of milk chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of vegetable shortening.
- Melt chocolate mixture: Heat the bowl in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat tart pan with chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate into a 10-inch tart pan, spreading it evenly to coat the bottom and sides. Place the pan in the refrigerator to set the chocolate layer.
- Make peanut butter filling: In a large bowl, mix together the creamy peanut butter, sifted powdered sugar, and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Fill the crust: Spoon the peanut butter mixture into the chilled tart pan over the set chocolate base, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top.
- Melt remaining chocolate: Melt the remaining 2 cups of milk chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of vegetable shortening using the same microwave method as before.
- Top the pie: Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling, spreading it to cover the entire surface evenly, creating a smooth top layer.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the pie for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is firm and set.
- Serve: Slice into 12 pieces and serve chilled for a deliciously creamy and chocolaty dessert.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture; chunky peanut butter will alter the pie’s consistency.
- For easier spreading, warm the melted chocolate slightly if it starts to harden before pouring.
- Ensure the powdered sugar is sifted to avoid lumps in the peanut butter filling.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To make slicing cleaner, warm the knife slightly before each cut.
