Dessert

No-Bake Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Whipped Cream Recipe

ByAndria Russo October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Introduction

This No-Bake Cream Cheese Peanut Butter Pie with Chocolate Whipped Cream is a luscious and easy-to-make dessert that combines creamy peanut butter filling with a crisp graham cracker crust. Topped with rich chocolate whipped cream, it’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth without turning on the oven.

A round chocolate pie with three visible layers sits in a clear glass dish on a white marbled texture. The bottom layer is a light golden crust with a crumbly texture. The middle layer is thick, smooth, and light brown chocolate mousse filling most of the pie. The top layer is a glossy darker chocolate ganache, decorated with swirls of white whipped cream evenly spaced around the edge. Scattered on the ganache and cream are whole and chopped peanuts and small squares of dark chocolate. The front edge of the ganache drips slightly over the glass dish. Some peanuts are also scattered around the dish on the white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream

For the Chocolate Whipped Cream:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until fully combined and resembling wet sand. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat until combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the peanut butter mixture until smooth.
Step 3: Spread the peanut butter filling evenly into the chilled crust. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.
Step 4: To make the chocolate whipped cream, combine heavy whipping cream, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Whip until stiff peaks form.
Step 5: Spread or pipe the chocolate whipped cream over the set peanut butter pie. Slice and serve chilled for best flavor.

Tips & Variations

For a crunchy texture, sprinkle chopped peanuts or crushed chocolate-covered pretzels onto the chocolate whipped cream topping.
Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more intense peanut flavor.
To make the crust gluten-free, substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs.
If you prefer a lighter pie, reduce the amount of powdered sugar in the filling slightly.

Storage

Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The crust may soften slightly over time but will still taste delicious. Reheat is not recommended; serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.

How to Serve

The image shows a round layered chocolate pie in a clear glass dish set on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is a light brown crust, followed by a thick middle layer of creamy milk chocolate mousse with a smooth texture. The top layer is a glossy dark chocolate ganache spread evenly over the mousse. Around the edge of the pie are swirls of white whipped cream topped with crushed nuts and small pieces of dark chocolate chunks. Some peanuts and crumbs are scattered on the surface of the ganache and around the dish. A slice is cut out, showing the creamy inside layers clearly. 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 is ideal for making ahead. Prepare and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours or overnight to let the filling fully set and flavors meld.

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

You can substitute crunchy peanut butter if you like a bit more texture in your filling. It will add small peanut pieces throughout the pie, which some people enjoy.