Dessert

Amish Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

ByMaya bella January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

Introduction

The Amish Peanut Butter Pie is a creamy, no-bake dessert that combines rich peanut butter flavors with a light vanilla pudding filling. This pie is easy to make and perfect for peanut butter lovers looking for a sweet treat with a delightful texture contrast.

A close-up view of a single slice of pie placed on a white plate, resting on a white marbled surface. The pie has three visible layers: the bottom layer is a dark brown crumbly crust, the middle layer is thick and creamy off-white with small caramel-colored bits mixed in, and the top layer is a fluffy white whipped cream. The slice is topped with large, golden brown crumb clusters that spill slightly onto the plate, adding texture and color contrast to the creamy layers beneath. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pie crust (9-inch, baked and cooled or homemade)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 (3.4 ounce) box instant Jell-O vanilla pudding mix
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup whipped cream (or 1 cup of Cool Whip)
2 cups whipped cream (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the powdered sugar and 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter. Mix on medium speed until small peanut butter crumbles begin to form. If the mixture is too powdery, add a few drops of water to help larger nuggets develop.
Step 2: Press half of these peanut butter crumbles evenly into the bottom of the baked pie crust.
Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and 1/2 cup peanut butter using a mixer for about 2 minutes until well combined and thickened.
Step 4: Gently fold in 1 cup of already whipped cream into the pudding mixture until combined.
Step 5: Pour the peanut butter pudding filling over the peanut butter crumbles in the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Step 6: Top the pie with the remaining 2 cups of whipped cream, spreading it smoothly.
Step 7: Sprinkle the remaining peanut butter crumbles over the whipped cream topping as desired.
Step 8: Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 to 2 hours to allow it to set before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts to the peanut butter crumbles.
Use a graham cracker crust instead of a traditional pie crust for a different flavor base.
Substitute regular peanut butter with natural or crunchy peanut butter based on preference.
To make the pie more festive, drizzle melted chocolate over the whipped cream topping before adding the remaining crumbles.

Storage

Store the Amish Peanut Butter Pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it chilled to maintain texture. When ready to serve, you can let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes for easier slicing. Avoid freezing as the pudding texture may change.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up slice of pie on a white plate with another white plate underneath it, placed on a white marbled surface. The pie has three clear layers: a crumbly, textured light brown crust at the bottom; a thick, smooth, darker brown filling in the middle; and a generous, fluffy white topping covered with small crumbled pieces that add texture on top. In the background, the rest of the pie is visible in a clear glass pie dish, with a soft focus, also sitting on the white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a store-bought pie crust for this recipe?

Yes, a pre-baked store-bought 9-inch pie crust works perfectly and saves time. Just make sure it is completely cooled before adding the filling.

Is this pie suitable for making ahead of time?

Absolutely. In fact, chilling the pie for a few hours or overnight helps the filling set beautifully and enhances the flavor.

Maya bella