Introduction

This Reese’s Pie is a decadent dessert combining a rich Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and smooth chocolate ganache. Topped with chopped peanut butter cups, it’s a perfect treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers.

The image shows a rich, layered dessert slice with four distinct layers. The bottom layer is a dark, crumbly chocolate crust. Above it is a thick, smooth creamy layer in a light tan color, resembling peanut butter. The next layer is a glossy, dark chocolate ganache, thick and shiny. The top is decorated with broken pieces of chocolate peanut butter cups, adding texture and more shades of brown. The slice is held by a woman's hand above a white pie dish with the rest of the dessert inside. The background is a white marbled surface, scattered with some pieces of chocolate cups and crumbs. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 package Oreos (14.3 oz, 36 Oreos)
7 Tbsp (98g) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (270g) creamy peanut butter
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 container Cool Whip (8 oz, thawed)
1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 Tbsp (89ml) heavy whipping cream
Reese’s peanut butter cups (some halved, others chopped)

Instructions

Step 1: Process the Oreos in a food processor or blender until they form fine crumbs. In a large bowl, mix the crushed Oreos with the melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into a 9 or 10-inch pie pan, using the bottom of a measuring cup to pack the crust firmly. Chill the crust in the fridge until ready to fill.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter and softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until fully combined. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip on low speed until smooth. Spread this peanut butter mixture evenly over the chilled Oreo crust. Return the pie to the fridge while preparing the chocolate ganache.
Step 3: Place the chocolate chips in a medium heat-proof bowl. Heat the heavy cream in a small pot over low heat until it just starts to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir gently with a spatula until the ganache is smooth and glossy. Let it come to room temperature.
Step 4: Pour the ganache over the peanut butter filling and spread it evenly with a spatula. Before the ganache hardens, arrange the halved Reese’s peanut butter cups around the edge of the pie. Fill the center with chopped peanut butter cups.
Step 5: Cover the pie with foil and refrigerate or freeze for 1-2 hours to set. Before serving, remove the pie from the freezer and let it sit for 15 minutes to make slicing easier. Store any leftovers covered in the fridge or freezer.

Tips & Variations

Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the filling.
Substitute Cool Whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
Add a pinch of sea salt to the ganache to enhance the chocolate flavor.
For a nut-free version, replace peanut butter and Reese’s cups with sunflower seed butter and chocolate candies of choice.

Storage

Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Allow frozen slices to thaw in the fridge for a few hours or at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving to maintain texture and flavor.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a slice taken from a pie in a clear glass dish sitting on a white marbled surface. The pie has three distinct layers: a dark, crumbly chocolate cookie crust forming the base; above that a thick, smooth peanut butter filling in a light tan color; and topped with a shiny, rich dark chocolate ganache layer. Scattered densely on top are chopped and halved small peanut butter cups, their milk chocolate exterior and tan peanut butter filling visible, adding texture and contrast. Crumbs from the crust and pieces of peanut butter cups lie around the dish on the marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?

Yes, this pie can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge. Chilling it allows the flavors to meld and the crust to set perfectly.

Can I use a different type of cookie for the crust?

Absolutely! While Oreos provide a classic flavor, you can substitute with chocolate wafers, graham crackers, or any sturdy cookie you like to tailor the crust to your taste.