Sure! Here’s a detailed recipe for a delicious Tarte au Beurre de Cacahuète avec Croûte d’Oréo (Peanut Butter Pie with an Oreo Crust). This dessert combines a rich, creamy peanut butter filling with a crunchy Oreo crust, making it a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients:
For the Oreo Crust:
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24 Oreo cookies (with the filling)
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1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter (melted)
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
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1 cup (250g) creamy peanut butter
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
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8 oz (225g) cream cheese (softened)
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1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter (softened)
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A pinch of salt (optional)
For the Topping:
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Crushed Oreos or melted chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Oreo Crust
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor or a large ziplock bag and crush them into fine crumbs. You can also crush them with a rolling pin if you don’t have a food processor.
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In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with the melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated with butter.
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Press the Oreo mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish or tart pan, ensuring the crust is even and firmly packed at the bottom.
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until it’s slightly golden. After baking, remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Filling
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
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Add the softened butter to the cream cheese and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
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Add the peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt (if desired) to the mixture. Beat everything together until smooth and well-combined.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form (you can do this with a hand mixer or stand mixer).
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture, careful not to deflate the whipped cream too much. The result should be a light and creamy filling.
Step 3: Assemble the Pie
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Spoon the peanut butter filling into the cooled Oreo crust, smoothing it out evenly with a spatula.
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Optional: If you like, you can garnish the pie with crushed Oreos or drizzle melted chocolate on top for extra flair.
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Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours (or overnight, if possible) to allow the filling to set properly.
Step 4: Serve
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Once the pie has set, slice and serve chilled! It’s rich, creamy, and the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Enjoy!
Tips:
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For a stronger peanut butter flavor, use a peanut butter with a more intense taste, or add a little more peanut butter to the filling.
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You can also add chocolate chips to the filling or sprinkle some on top to make it a peanut butter-chocolate combo.
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No baking needed for the crust? If you’re short on time, you can skip baking the crust and just refrigerate it until it firms up. The result will still be delicious!