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Peanut Butter Cup Pie

This Peanut Butter Cup Pie captures the essence of that perfect pairing in an easy-to-make, show-stopping dessert.
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Ingredients
  

For the crust:

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • ¼ cup melted butter

For the filling:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping like Cool Whip

For the toppings:

  • 8–10 peanut butter cups chopped
  • ¼ cup chocolate sauce
  • Extra whipped topping for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  • Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set the crust.
  • In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Gently fold in 1 ½ cups of whipped topping, ensuring the mixture is well-combined but still fluffy.
  • Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust using a spatula. Top the pie with chopped peanut butter cups and drizzle with chocolate sauc
  • Place the pie in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until fully set. Before serving, garnish with additional whipped topping.