Peanut Butter Cookie Pie
This Peanut Butter Cookie Pie features a buttery, chewy cookie base infused with creamy peanut butter and loaded with chocolate chips. It bakes into a beautifully golden pie with crisp edges and a soft, gooey center. The recipe is quick to prepare, beginner-friendly, and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for an unforgettable dessert. Rich, comforting, and packed with peanut butter flavor, this pie is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped peanuts, if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pie dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is just set.
- Allow the pie to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Natural peanut butter may produce a denser pie.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the pie tender.
- Slightly underbake for an extra gooey center.
- Let the pie cool briefly before slicing.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Reheat slices for a warm, freshly baked taste.