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Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Icebox Pie

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert combining rich chocolate pudding, creamy peanut butter, and airy Cool Whip in a graham cracker crust. Perfect for last-minute gatherings or indulgent treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 (3.9 oz / 110 g) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups Cool Whip, thawed
  • Additional Cool Whip for garnish (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings or chopped peanuts for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly coated. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the chocolate pudding: Whisk instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl for about 2 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
  3. Mix the peanut butter base: Beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add powdered sugar: Gradually beat in powdered sugar until fully combined.
  5. Combine pudding and peanut butter mixture: Fold the chocolate pudding into the peanut butter mixture gently with a spatula.
  6. Fold in Cool Whip: Carefully fold in thawed Cool Whip until fully incorporated, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  7. Pour filling into crust: Transfer the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
  9. Garnish and serve: Before serving, add a dollop of Cool Whip and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or chopped peanuts.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Use instant pudding mix to skip cooking. Fold Cool Whip gently to keep the pie airy. Press crust firmly for a clean slice. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. For gluten-free, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free crumbs. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and dairy-free whipped topping.

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