Name: Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Pie Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 premade chocolate cookie crust; 1 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup chocolate chips; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; Extra chocolate shavings for garnish

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Introduction

This Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Pie is a rich, creamy dessert that perfectly balances the boldness of chocolate with the smoothness of peanut butter. Easy to assemble and irresistibly delicious, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering.

A slice of pie has three main layers: a dark brown crumbly base, two alternating layers of creamy light brown filling and thin dark chocolate lines running horizontally inside the filling. The top is covered with thick dark chocolate sauce dripping down the sides, sprinkled with small chunks of light brown nuts and dark chocolate chips. The slice sits on a white plate with a silver fork placed to the left, with some chocolate chips scattered around the plate. The background shows a glass pie dish with more pie and a blurred white cloth over a white marbled texture surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 premade chocolate cookie crust
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Extra chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until the filling is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from the heat, then stir in the chocolate chips and cocoa powder until completely melted and smooth, forming a ganache.
Step 3: Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the premade chocolate cookie crust.
Step 4: Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter filling. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to gently swirl the two layers together to create a marbled effect.
Step 5: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set properly.
Step 6: Once chilled and set, garnish with optional chocolate shavings. Slice and serve this indulgent dessert.

Tips & Variations

For a crunchy texture, sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts over the peanut butter layer before adding the ganache.
Use crunchy peanut butter if you prefer extra texture in the filling.
Substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet if you want a more intense chocolate flavor.
Let the pie sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for a creamier bite.

Storage

Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, let slices warm at room temperature for 10–15 minutes to soften the ganache slightly without melting the layers.

How to Serve

A slice of layered pie sits on a white plate with a silver fork beside it; the pie has four visible layers— a dark brown crumbly crust at the bottom, two alternating light tan and dark brown creamy layers above it, topped with a thick drizzle of shiny dark chocolate sauce that also drips down the sides; scattered on top and around the slice are small light tan nut pieces and dark chocolate chips. The pie is set on a white marbled surface with a blurred background showing the full pie in a glass pan. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, this pie can be made a day in advance. Just cover it tightly and keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.

Can I use a homemade crust instead of premade?

Absolutely! A homemade chocolate cookie crust or even a graham cracker crust would work beautifully with this filling.