Amish Peanut Butter Pie (Printable)
Creamy peanut butter filling with whipped cream topping and crumbly peanut butter bits in a crisp crust.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 (9-inch) prepared pie crust, baked and cooled
→ Peanut Butter Crumbs
02 - 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
03 - 1 cup powdered sugar
→ Custard Filling
04 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 cups whole milk
08 - 3 large egg yolks
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Whipped Cream Topping
11 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter and powdered sugar using a fork. Work the mixture until it forms coarse, crumbly texture. Set aside.
02 - Spread half of the peanut butter crumbs evenly across the bottom of the baked and cooled pie crust.
03 - In a medium saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar, flour, and salt until well combined. Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously to ensure a smooth mixture without lumps.
04 - Place saucepan over medium heat. Cook the mixture, whisking constantly, until it thickens and just begins to bubble, approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
05 - In a separate heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks. Slowly drizzle about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking vigorously to prevent curdling.
06 - Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan while whisking constantly. Continue cooking for 2 minutes until the custard becomes thick and glossy.
07 - Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
08 - Pour the hot custard filling over the peanut butter crumb layer in the pie shell. Allow to cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until completely set.
09 - Using an electric mixer, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
10 - Spread whipped cream over the chilled pie. Sprinkle remaining peanut butter crumbs on top just before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The peanut butter crumble technique creates layers of texture and flavor that will make people think you spent all day in the kitchen.
- This recipe transforms basic pantry staples into something that tastes like it came from a bakery.
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- Whisk the custard constantly while cooking or you will end up with scrambled eggs at the bottom of your pan.
- The pie needs the full chilling time to set properly, so do not rush this step.
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- Taste your custard before adding the butter and vanilla to make sure the sweetness level suits your preference.
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for faster peaks.