Description
This Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is a rich and creamy dessert featuring a luscious peanut butter custard filling nestled in a pre-baked pie crust, topped with crumbly peanut butter pieces and a dollop of whipped cream. Perfectly chilled and set, it offers a delightful balance of sweet and nutty flavors, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Peanut Butter Crumbs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Custard Filling
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups whole milk, divided
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Peanut Butter Crumbs: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar with 1/2 cup peanut butter. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set this mixture aside to use later as the crumb topping and base layer.
- Warm the Milk: Pour 2 1/2 cups of the whole milk into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat. Warm the milk until it is hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup milk, cornstarch, egg yolks, and salt. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and well combined without any lumps.
- Cook Custard: Gradually pour the egg mixture into the warm milk, whisking constantly to blend. Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently for 5 to 7 minutes, until the custard thickens and begins to bubble gently.
- Flavor Custard: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the custard to cool slightly so it’s easier to spread.
- Assemble Pie: Sprinkle half of the prepared peanut butter crumbs evenly over the bottom of the pre-baked 9-inch pie crust. Pour the warm custard over the crumbs and spread it evenly to fill the pie crust.
- Top With Crumbs and Chill: Sprinkle the remaining peanut butter crumbs evenly over the top of the custard layer. Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for 2 to 3 hours, or until the custard is fully set and firm.
- Serve: Just before serving, add a generous topping of whipped cream for extra richness and creaminess. Slice and enjoy this classic Amish dessert.
Notes
- Make sure to use a fully pre-baked pie crust to avoid sogginess.
- Whisk the custard mixture constantly to prevent lumps or burning on the bottom of the pan.
- For best results, chill the pie overnight to achieve a firmer set.
- Use natural or creamy peanut butter for smoother crumbs.
- Serve with extra whipped cream or chopped peanuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
