Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Calling all chocolate and peanut butter lovers! This No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie is the ultimate indulgence! With a crunchy Oreo crust, a creamy peanut butter and cream cheese filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping, this pie is as delicious as it is stunning. The best part? You don’t even need to turn on the oven!

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

This easy no-bake pie recipe works great for any occasion — even if you just have a craving! Each component is made from scratch, but I promise it will not be a lot of work. I’ve made this chocolate peanut butter pie for holidays, birthdays, and more. Every single time, there are no leftovers. Depending on the crowd, I have to make more than one pie. It is just that good! One of my favorite parts is the texture of the M&Ms, Which add little bursts of chocolate throughout!

There’s no flavor duo better than peanut butter and chocolate. We’ve made Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies, Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls just to name a few.

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate and Peanut Butter Pie

• Homemade recipe. Each layer of this peanut butter chocolate pie is made from scratch.
• No oven is required. This is a completely no-bake recipe. It’s perfect for summer or any time.
• Budget-friendly. The ingredients are very cost-effective. Making this dessert won’t break the bank!

What You’ll Need

Below is everything you need for each layer of this indulgent chocolate peanut butter pie. Check out the recipe card below for additional information and exact measurements.

Oreo Crust

• Oreos: I use double-stuffed Oreos for the crust but you may use any variety of Oreos that you like. This recipe would be amazing with the peanut butter or dark chocolate flavors!
• M&Ms: I picked mini M&Ms because they mix better into the layers. I add them to the crust, peanut butter filling, and then on top of the ganache. 
• Butter: Melted butter helps to bind the crust together.

Peanut Butter Filling

• Cream cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is softened before making the filling. Leave it on the kitchen counter for at least 30 minutes. I like the fat and richness it adds.
• Peanut butter: You can’t have a peanut butter pie without peanut butter! Creamy peanut butter mixes best. It balances the tangy cream cheese.
• Cool Whip: I fold in Cool Whip at the end to make the filling light and fluffy. The result is the best texture ever.

Chocolate Ganache

• Chocolate chips: I like semi-sweet for this to keep the pie from becoming overly sweet. Dark chocolate is great, too. Make sure you reserve some to sprinkle on top!
• Heavy cream: Adding cream to the melted chocolate helps it achieve the correct texture as it cools.

Peanut Butter Frosting

• Butter: I use unsalted butter so the frosting doesn’t take on a salty flavor. When you remove the cream cheese, take the butter out to soften.
• Peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter is what makes this frosting flavor over the top. 
• Vanilla: I add a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
• Powdered sugar: To sweeten it, I like powdered sugar. It mixes well without a gritty texture like granulated sugar.
• Heavy cream: Whipped heavy cream gives the frosting its luscious texture.

How To Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

Here are all the directions needed to make this tasty pie. They are separated by layer and all come together at the end. It’s so easy!

Make the crust

• Blend the Oreos. Add the Oreos to a blender and pulse until they become fine crumbs.
• Add the butter and M&Ms. Transfer them to a mixing bowl and stir in the melted butter and M&Ms until well combined.

• Press into the pie pan and chill. Pour the Oreo mixture into the pie pan and press it down firmly. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm.

Making the filling

• Beat the cream cheese and peanut butter. Add the cream cheese and peanut butter to a separate mixing bowl. Beat them with an electric mixer on medium speed until smoothie and creamy.
• Add the Cool Whip. Mix in the Cool Whip with the mixer until it is just combined.

• Fold in M&Ms. Pour in the M&Ms and fold them into the peanut butter mixture with a rubber spatula.
• Spread over the crust and chill. Scoop the filling and spread it evenly over the Oreo crust and put it back in the refrigerator for an hour.

How to make chocolate ganache

• Combine chocolate chips and cream. Add the chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large microwave-safe bowl. 
• Microwave. Heat the mixture in the microwave for 30-second intervals until the chocolate begins to melt.
• Whisk. Stir the chocolate and cream with a whisk until it’s fully melted and thick.
• Pour over the filling. Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter filling layer. Smooth it over the top.
• Top with chips and M&Ms, then chill. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips and M&Ms on the ganache and refrigerate for an additional hour.

To make the frosting

• Combine the ingredients. Add the butter, peanut butter, vanilla, powdered sugar, and heavy cream to a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until combined and creamy.
• Pipe onto the pie. Scoop the frosting into a piping bag and pipe it around the edges of the pie.
• Serve. Enjoy a slice!

Proper Storage

Store leftovers of this chocolate peanut butter pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You may tightly wrap it in the pie pan with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container.

More Peanut Butter Desserts

• Peanut Butter Icebox Cake
• Easy Peanut Butter Fudge
• No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
• Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars
• Peanut Butter Popcorn