Sure! Here’s a detailed recipe for a Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie that combines creamy peanut butter filling with a chocolatey, graham cracker crust. It’s a delicious, indulgent dessert perfect for any peanut butter lover.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 graham crackers, crushed)
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1/4 cup sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the peanut butter filling:
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1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter (smooth, not chunky)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
For the chocolate ganache topping:
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1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1/2 cup heavy cream
For the decoration:
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6-8 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped (optional, for topping)
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Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
Directions:
1. Prepare the crust:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until everything is well combined and the crumbs are evenly moistened.
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Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, tart pan, or a springform pan (if you want to be able to remove the sides easily).
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Set it aside to cool completely.
2. Make the peanut butter filling:
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In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the peanut butter, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes. The mixture should be thick but spreadable.
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Once the crust has cooled completely, spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the crust, smoothing it out to the edges with a spatula. Refrigerate the pie while you make the ganache.
3. Make the chocolate ganache:
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer (don’t let it boil).
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Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth and the chocolate is completely melted and shiny.
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Let the ganache cool slightly, then pour it over the peanut butter filling, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
4. Decorate and chill:
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If desired, chop up 6-8 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups into smaller pieces and sprinkle them on top of the ganache for extra texture and flavor.
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Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best results, to allow the filling and ganache to set properly.
5. Serve:
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Before serving, you can garnish the pie with whipped cream around the edges, or add extra Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top for a more festive look.
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Slice and enjoy!
Tips:
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You can substitute the heavy cream in the ganache with a can of sweetened condensed milk if you want a richer, sweeter topping.
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If you prefer a no-bake option, simply refrigerate the crust while making the filling, and skip the baking step.
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To make it extra special, you can even drizzle a bit of melted peanut butter over the top of the ganache for extra flavor.
Enjoy your Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie! It’s super indulgent and perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just a sweet treat to share.