No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse Pie
A rich and fluffy no-bake chocolate peanut butter mousse pie combining creamy peanut butter and luscious chocolate flavors for a quick and indulgent dessert. Perfect for last-minute gatherings or a hassle-free treat, this pie requires no oven time and delivers a light yet decadent experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free cookies are used)
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookies or graham crackers, crushed finely
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Peanut Butter Mousse Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup smooth or chunky peanut butter
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder or 4 oz melted chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Crush chocolate cookies or graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs evenly with melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the base of a pie dish to form a compact crust. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to let it set firmly.
- Make the Peanut Butter Mousse Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter and powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly until creamy and fully combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture to keep the mousse light and fluffy.
- Incorporate Chocolate: Gently fold cocoa powder or melted chocolate into the peanut butter mousse, blending evenly while maintaining the airy texture.
- Assemble and Chill: Pour the mousse mixture over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the mousse to set and the flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie once chilled, garnish as desired, and serve chilled for maximum delight.
Notes
- Use ingredients at room temperature for smooth blending and a lump-free mousse.
- Fold whipped cream gently; do not overmix to maintain fluffiness.
- Chill the pie for at least 4 hours for the best texture; overnight is ideal.
- Choose high-quality chocolate and fresh peanut butter for optimal flavor.
- Using a springform pan makes it easier to remove the pie without damaging the crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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