This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is a luscious, layered dessert that brings together everything you love about comfort baking — without ever turning on the oven. It’s made with a buttery graham cracker crust, a sweet peanut butter crumble, creamy layers of whipped filling, and topped with smooth chocolate pudding. It’s simple, rich, and absolutely unforgettable.
Ingredients
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1 pre-made graham cracker pie crust
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1 cup creamy peanut butter
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1 cup powdered sugar
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream (or 1 tub whipped topping, 8 oz)
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1 box instant vanilla pudding (3.4 oz)
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1 box instant chocolate pudding (3.4 oz)
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3 cups cold milk (divided)
Instructions
1. Make the peanut butter crumbles:
In a bowl, mix the peanut butter and powdered sugar with a fork until crumbly. Reserve about ½ cup for topping. Press the remaining crumble evenly into the bottom of the graham cracker crust.
2. Prepare the cream cheese filling:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract. Fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream until smooth. Spread this layer gently over the peanut butter crumbles.
3. Add vanilla pudding layer:
Whisk the vanilla pudding mix with 1½ cups cold milk (reduce the milk to keep the layer thick). Once it thickens, pour it over the cream cheese layer and smooth the top.
4. Add chocolate pudding layer:
Prepare the chocolate pudding the same way — 1½ cups cold milk whisked with the pudding mix. Spread it over the vanilla pudding.
5. Chill the pie:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. This allows all the layers to fully set.
6. Decorate before serving:
Pipe or spoon whipped topping around the edges and sprinkle with the reserved peanut butter crumbles.
Tips for Perfect Results
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For best texture, use real whipped cream instead of frozen topping if you have time.
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Make sure each layer is set before adding the next to avoid blending.
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Want more peanut butter flavor? Drizzle some warmed peanut butter over the top before chilling.
Why This Recipe Works
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No baking needed
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Easy, make-ahead dessert
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Classic flavors in beautiful layers
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Kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing
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Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight treats
Conclusion
Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is more than just a dessert — it’s a rich and nostalgic slice of comfort that brings smiles every time. With its creamy texture, layers of flavor, and easy preparation, it’s no surprise that it’s a favorite in many homes. Whether you’re serving it at a family dinner or bringing it to a potluck, this pie is guaranteed to be the first to disappear.
So go ahead — save this recipe, try it for yourself, and don’t forget to share it with someone who loves peanut butter as much as you do.
If you make it, let us know how it turned out in the comments. Happy baking!