When you talk about comfort food in the South, desserts always come up. This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie brings together two Southern favorites in one creamy, rich bite. It’s a simple recipe with a bold flavor, and it never lasts long at our table.
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The mix of chocolate and peanut butter reminds me of family picnics and potlucks where someone always brought a pie that disappeared first. This one’s just as loved. It’s sweet, smooth, and served best cold right from the fridge.
A Southern food classic
Growing up, I spent a lot of time in my grandma’s kitchen, especially on Sundays. She always believed dessert was just as important as the main meal. One of the first pies I ever helped her make had peanut butter in it, and I’ve loved that taste ever since.
Southern folks have a way of turning the simplest ingredients into something special. That’s what this pie does. It’s not fancy, but it sure feels like home. Every time I make this pie, it brings me back to those easy, happy afternoons. It’s a reminder of how good food and good people make the best memories.
Ingredients
How to make Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie
Start by making a simple chocolate crust and baking it for a few minutes until it sets. While the crust cools, mix together the creamy filling using peanut butter, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla.
Whip some cream and gently fold it into the filling for a light and fluffy texture. Once the crust is cool, pour in the filling and smooth the top. Let it chill in the fridge until it firms up enough to slice easily.
Serving suggestions
Serve this pie chilled, right out of the fridge. Top it with a few chocolate shavings or a spoonful of whipped cream if you like. It goes great after a plate of fried chicken, biscuits, or a big helping of barbecue.
This pie also works well at family reunions or after a casual weeknight supper. You can cut small slices, but trust me, most folks will come back for seconds.
Storage tips
Cover the pie with plastic wrap or foil and keep it in the fridge. It stays good for about four to five days.
For longer storage, freeze individual slices and thaw them in the fridge before serving. Don’t leave it out too long since the filling softens quickly at room temperature.
Southern farewell
This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie holds a warm place in my heart and my recipe box. It’s the kind of dessert that reminds you of who you’re sharing it with just as much as the taste itself. Give it a try, and let it bring a little extra sweetness to your table.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Pie
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Spatula or spoon
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- 9-inch pie pan
- Oven optional
- Refrigerator
- Knife
- Offset spatula optional
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup sugar or sweetener
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350°F and let it heat while you make the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the almond flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the ingredients look like wet sand.
- Take the crust mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to smooth it out.
- Place the crust in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. After baking, take it out and let it cool completely.
- In a clean bowl, beat the peanut butter, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This means the cream should hold its shape when you lift the whisk.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture. Stir slowly until the filling is fluffy and fully mixed.
- Spoon the filling into the cooled crust. Spread it evenly with a spatula to make the top smooth.
- Place the pie in the fridge and let it chill for at least two hours. This helps the filling set so it slices cleanly.
- Slice the pie and serve it cold. Add whipped cream or chocolate on top if you want something extra.
