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Buckeye Pie Recipe: A Peanut Butter Lover's Dream!

Buckeye Pie

With its creamy peanut butter filling and rich chocolate topping, Buckeye Pie is a delightful dessert that brings back fond memories. It's quick and easy to make, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie
  • 1 9-inch pie crust unbaked
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup milk

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened cream cheese. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the peanut butter filling into the cooled pie crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to set.
  5. Step 5: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and unsalted butter, stirring until smooth. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the milk until well combined.
  6. Step 6: Pour the chocolate mixture over the chilled peanut butter filling, spreading it evenly.
  7. Step 7: Return the pie to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 1 hour to allow the chocolate topping to set.
  8. Step 8: Slice the Buckeye Pie and enjoy! Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pie crust. You can make the pie crust and filling a day in advance.