Description
This Peanut Butter Chocolate Mud Pie is a luscious layered dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo crust, a rich semi-sweet chocolate filling, a creamy peanut butter layer, and a silky white chocolate ganache topping. Perfectly balanced between chocolate and peanut butter flavors, this pie is baked to perfection and chilled for a decadent, indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Oreo Crust
- 30 Oreos (approximately 344 g)
- 8 tbsp (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
Chocolate Layer
- 4 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Peanut Butter Layer
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
White Chocolate Ganache
- 4 oz white chocolate, chopped
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Make the Oreo Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Melt 8 tbsp (½ cup) butter and mix it with the Oreo crumbs until fully combined. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the Chocolate Layer: In a double boiler or microwave, melt the semi-sweet chocolate and 5 tbsp butter together, stirring until smooth and fully combined. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before whisking in 3 eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ tsp salt, and 1 tbsp flour until smooth and uniform. Pour this chocolate mixture evenly into the cooled Oreo crust.
- Bake the Pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chocolate filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before proceeding to the next layer.
- Make the Peanut Butter Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, ¼ cup heavy whipping cream, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well blended. Spread this peanut butter mixture evenly over the cooled chocolate layer.
- Prepare the White Chocolate Ganache: Heat ¼ cup heavy whipping cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chopped white chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate, then stir gently until the ganache is smooth and glossy. Pour the ganache over the peanut butter layer, spreading it into an even layer.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the assembled pie for at least 2 hours to allow all layers to firm up and meld together perfectly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie and serve chilled for a decadent, rich dessert that combines the best of chocolate and peanut butter flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh Oreos and good quality chocolate to enhance the flavor and texture.
- Ensure the chocolate mixture is slightly cooled before adding eggs to avoid scrambling them.
- You can substitute creamy peanut butter with natural peanut butter, but the texture may be slightly different.
- The pie is best served chilled to maintain the layers’ firmness and distinct flavors.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to keep the pie fresh.