Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

If you’re a fan of the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate, this pie will quickly become one of your favorite desserts. This decadent treat features a creamy peanut butter filling, a rich chocolate ganache topping, and a deliciously crunchy cookie crust. Perfect for special occasions or just to satisfy a craving, this pie is sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

For the Ganache:

• • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips: Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.

• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream: This will help create a rich and smooth ganache.

For the Crust:

• 12 Oreo cookies: These classic cookies provide a rich chocolate base for the crust.
• 12 Nutter Butter cookies: The peanut butter flavor in these cookies complements the filling perfectly.
• 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted (divided): Helps bind the cookie crumbs together to form the crust.

For the Filling:

• • 1 cup creamy peanut butter: Choose a good-quality peanut butter for the best taste and texture.
  • 8 ounces whipped cream cheese: Provides a smooth and creamy base for the filling.

• 1/3 cup powdered sugar: Adds just the right amount of sweetness to the filling.
• 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed: Lightens the filling and gives it a fluffy texture.
• 8 Reese’s peanut butter cups, full size: These will be chopped and used as a topping for added flavor and texture.

Instructions

Make the Ganache:

1. Add the Ganache: Pour the slightly cooled chocolate ganache over the peanut butter filling. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the ganache into an even layer.
2. Top with Reese’s: Before the ganache sets, sprinkle the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups evenly over the top of the pie.
3. Chill the Pie: Place the assembled pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the ganache to set.
4. Heat the Cream: In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat the heavy whipping cream for about 1 minute. If it’s not hot enough, continue heating in 30-second intervals until very hot but not boiling.
   1. Add the Chocolate: Pour the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the hot cream. Let the mixture sit for 3-4 minutes without stirring, allowing the chocolate to soften.
   2. Stir Until Smooth: After the resting period, stir the chocolate and cream together until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the other components of the pie.

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