Amish Peanut Butter Dream Pie (Printable)
Luscious creamy Amish-style peanut butter pie with velvety filling, whipped cream, and crispy peanut butter crumb topping
# What's Needed:
→ 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
→ 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
→ Topping
11 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar in a medium bowl. Mix with a fork until mixture reaches crumbly consistency. Reserve for later use.
02 - Spread half the prepared peanut butter crumbs evenly across bottom of baked pie crust. Press gently to create an even layer.
03 - Whisk together granulated sugar, flour, and salt in saucepan until thoroughly blended. Slowly pour in milk while whisking continuously until smooth mixture forms.
04 - Place saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly until mixture thickens and begins to boil, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent scorching.
05 - Whisk egg yolks in separate bowl. Gradually stream small amount of hot milk mixture into yolks while whisking rapidly to prevent curdling.
06 - Return tempered egg mixture to saucepan, whisking constantly. Continue cooking for 2 minutes until filling becomes thick and glossy.
07 - Remove from heat immediately. Stir in butter and vanilla extract until completely smooth and butter has melted.
08 - Pour hot filling over peanut butter crumb layer in crust. Cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then refrigerate minimum 2 hours until fully set.
09 - Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread whipped cream generously over chilled pie surface.
10 - Sprinkle remaining peanut butter crumbs over whipped cream topping. Serve chilled or refrigerate until ready to serve.
# Tips for Success:
01 -
- The contrast between the silky custard filling and those sandy peanut butter crumbs creates this incredible texture that keeps you going back for just one more bite
- Its one of those rare desserts that feels fancy enough for company but comes together with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
02 -
- Tempering the eggs properly prevents scrambled eggs in your custard, so take your time whisking that hot milk into the yolks
- The pie needs those full 2 hours of chilling time to set completely or youll end up with a messy slice
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly into the custard, so pull your eggs and milk out about 30 minutes before starting
- If your custard seems lumpy after adding the eggs, pass it through a fine mesh sieve before pouring into the crust