Giant Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
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1 pre-baked pie crust (chocolate or graham cracker)
→ Peanut Butter Filling
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1½ cups creamy peanut butter
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
→ Chocolate Layer and Decoration
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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½ cup heavy cream (for ganache)
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Assorted Reese's candies for topping
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large mixing bowl, beat together peanut butter, powdered sugar, and softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
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In a separate bowl, whip heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold whipped cream into peanut butter mixture, maintaining light and fluffy texture.
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Spread peanut butter mixture into pre-baked pie crust, smoothing top evenly with spatula.
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Combine chocolate chips and heavy cream in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
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Pour ganache over filling, ensuring it covers entire top. Spread evenly with spatula.
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Top with assorted Reese's candies in desired design pattern.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
# Notes:
01 -
Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling
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Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream
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Can add extra toppings like crushed Oreos or caramel drizzle