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This reese peanut butter cups pie recipe gets rave reviews every single time, and it’s so easy to make, a kid can do it (just ask Janell below)! If you’re looking for major wow factor with minimal effort, this reese’s pie is your new best kept secret.

This pie is delicious! So easy to make too.  My 10 year old made it for our Thanksgiving gathering and it was everyone’s favorite.

-Janell
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

If you’re a fan of peanut butter cups, this is an easy dessert you need to save! This easy pie recipe is kind of like eating giant peanut butter cups.

For chocolate lovers, there’s an oreo crust and thick layer of melted chocolate ganache. This is our go-to pie to make whenever we have a chocolate peanut butter craving!

I decided to keep this reese peanut butter cups pie recipe ridiculously simple. No baking, no complicated pie crust, no lattice to weave.

If you can press, pour and chop, I know you can recreate this peanut butter lovers pie in your kitchen!

Why We Love this Reese’s Pie

  • easy to make with simple ingredients
  • no bake – one less thing to put in the oven during the holidays!
  • customize the crust – stick with the oreo pie crust or use a graham cracker pie crust
  • perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter for the holiday season or any special occasions
chocolate peanut butter pie with reese's cups in glass pie pan on metal background

Reeses Peanut Butter Pie Ingredients

Reese’s peanut butter cup pie is made with just 8 ingredients. Scroll down to the recipe box for the full measurements.

  • oreos – blended into a fine crumb
  • butter
  • cream cheese – you can use original or 1/3 less fat
  • peanut butter – creamy peanut butter
  • cool whip
  • heavy cream
  • semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • reese’s peanut butter cups

How to Make Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie

Layer #1 – oreo crust

In a blender or food processor, pulse the oreos into crumbs.

Combine the crumbs with melted butter and press the oreo mixture into the pie plate using the bottom of a measuring cup.

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Layer #2 – peanut butter filling

Beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together.

Gently mix in the cool whip.

Spread the filling over the oreo crust.

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Layer #3 – chocolate ganache

Place chocolate chips in a medium heat-proof bowl.

In a small pot over low heat, heat the heavy cream until just before boiling.

Pour the heavy cream over the chocolate chips. Allow the mixture to stand for 1-2 minutes.

Use a spatula to stir the mixture until smooth.

Allow the ganache to come to room temperature before adding it to the pie. Pour chocolate ganache on top of the filling.

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Layer #4 – reese’s cups

Chop as many peanut butter cups as you want and put them on top of the pie.

Then refrigerate or freeze the pie until set, at least 2 hours.

piece of chocolate peanut butter pie on metal spatula

How to Store Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

This pie can be kept in the fridge or the freezer. In the fridge the pie is softer and the filling is light. But it also tastes amazing out of the freezer.

Now that I’ve made this pie a few times, I’ve discovered that I prefer it frozen rather then just refrigerated. Be sure to cover the entire pie in a layer of plastic wrap for best results while storing.

Even when “frozen” the filling is still creamy and easy to cut through, the only thing that gives a little trouble to cut through is the oreo crust. But I figure I can dish out a little elbow grease for a piece of pie.

chocolate peanut butter pie with reese’s cups in glass pie pan with slice of pie removed

Time Required to Make Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie

  • 5 minutes to make the crust
  • 5 minutes to make the peanut butter filling
  • 10 minutes to make the chocolate ganache and add the reese’s cups
  • 2 hours to chill in the fridge or freezer

Gluten Free Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

It was really easy to make this reese peanut butter cups pie recipe gluten free by using gluten free oreos for the crust. All of the other ingredients in the recipe are naturally gluten free!

Reese’s Pie Recipe Tips

  • Blend the entire oreo (the cream and the cookies) when making the crust.
  • I recommend using creamy peanut butter, not natural peanut butter as it can separate.
  • To decorate the top of the pie with reese’s peanut butter cups, cut 8 mini peanut butter cups in half. Place the halves around the outside of the pie. Add more chopped peanut butter cups to the center.
slice of Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie on metal plate

My husband is a chocolate and peanut butter fanatic!! This was a big hit!! I loved it to!! So easy which I love and so decadent!! I will be making again..definitely for him for his birthday and the next day was Father’s day!! I was going to buy a chocolate store bought crust just to save time!! Glad I did Not..the homemade crust was excellent and I just used knock off oreos and No one would have known the difference!! The crust was to die for!!

-Amey

Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie Recipe FAQs

Should I use creamy or crunchy peanut butter for this recipe?

I’ve only used creamy peanut butter, but if you like the added crunch of crunchy peanut butter, you can definitely use that!

What type of chocolate did you use?

To make the chocolate ganache, I used semi-sweet chocolate chips. Feel free to use milk chocolate or dark chocolate chips too.

Does peanut butter pie need to be refrigerated?

Yes. The recipe contains cream cheese and cool whip, which need to be stored in the fridge for best results.

How long does Reese’s Pie last in the fridge?

When covered and stored properly, this pie will last for up to 5 days in the fridge. However, it’s so good, you might eat the whole thing right away!

Can you freeze peanut butter pie?

Yes. You can either freeze the pie to enjoy it as a frozen dessert or you can freeze the pie to store it for later. To freeze, assemble the pie then wrap it really well in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Can This Reese’s Pie Be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes. You can make this pie ahead of time. This recipe makes for an amazing Thanksgiving pie. Assemble the pie then wrap it really well in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To thaw: place the wrapped pie in the fridge overnight.

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Reeses Pie

By: Beth
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
This reese peanut butter cups pie recipe gets rave reviews every single time, and it’s so easy to make, a kid can do it (just ask Janell below)! If you’re looking for major wow factor with minimal effort, this reese’s pie is your new best kept secret.

Ingredients 

Oreo Crust

  • 1 package oreos, 14.3 oz
  • ½ stick unsalted butter, melted, 1/4 cup

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 container cool whip, 8 oz, thawed

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Topping

  • Reese’s peanut butter cups, some cut in half, others chopped

Instructions 

Oreo Crust

  • Process the oreos in a food processor or blender until fine crumbs remain. In a large bowl, combine the crushed oreos with the melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into a 9 or 10 inch pie pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to pack the crust down. Place the crust in the fridge to chill until ready to fill.

Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer until well blended. Add the cool whip and blend on low until combined. Spread this mixture over the crust. Return pie to the fridge while making the ganache.

Chocolate Ganache

  • Place chocolate chips in a medium heat-proof bowl.
  • In a small pot over low heat, heat the heavy cream until just before boiling.
  • Pour the heavy cream over the chocolate chips. Allow the mixture to stand for 1-2 minutes.
  • Use a spatula to stir the mixture until smooth.
  • Allow the ganache to come to room temperature before adding it to the pie. Pour the ganache on top of the pie, using a spatula to evenly spread it.

Topping

  • Before the chocolate hardens, add the peanut butter cups. Start by adding the halved peanut butter cups around the edges, placing them as close or as far apart as you want. Then add chopped peanut butter cups to the center of the pie.
  • Cover the pie with tinfoil and return to the fridge or freezer for 1-2 hours. Before serving, remove the pie from the freezer and let it sit for a 15 minutes to make cutting it easier. Cover and refrigerate or freeze any leftovers.

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Notes

Easily make this recipe gluten free by using gluten free oreos!

Storage Tips

This pie can be kept in the fridge or the freezer. In the fridge the pie is softer and the filling is light. But it also tastes amazing out of the freezer. Now that I’ve made this pie a few times, I’ve discovered that I prefer it frozen rather then just refrigerated. Be sure to cover the entire pie in a layer of plastic wrap for best results while storing.
Even when “frozen” the filling is still creamy and easy to cut through, the only thing that gives a little trouble to cut through is the oreo crust. But I figure I can dish out a little elbow grease for a piece of pie.

Can This Reese’s Pie Be Made Ahead of Time?

Yes. You can make this pie ahead of time. This recipe makes for an amazing Thanksgiving pie. Assemble the pie then wrap it really well in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To thaw: place the wrapped pie in the fridge overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 562kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 323mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 435IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 5mg
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79 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I’ve made this many times. It’s a great recipie. I usually buy a store-bought graham cracker crust because that’s what my family prefers. I also double the heavy whipping cream and half the semi sweet chocolate, so that the ganache is softer. I also add in about half a cup of confectionery sugar to the peanut butter mix because why not. 

  2. 5 stars
    My husband is a chocolate and peanut butter fanatic!! This was a big hit!! I loved it to!! So easy which I love and so decadent!! I will be making again..definitely for him for his birthday and the next day was Father’s day!! I was going to buy a chocolate store bought crust just to save time!! Glad I did Not..the homemade crust was excellent and I just used knock off oreos and No one would have known the difference!! The crust was to die for!! Then everything else!! Thank you for the recipe!! Amey and Bob

    1. I don’t recommend preparing it that way. Chocolate ganache is made with just boiling heavy cream poured by chocolate chips. The chocolate chips will melt from the cream.

  3. 5 stars
    This was amazingly good! The only issue I had was with the crust, I feel like it needs more butter to stay together, especially if you keep it in the fridge. This got several compliments from family and friends and I will absolutely make it again, either with about 2 tablespoons more butter in the crust or a few less cookies. I rated this pie on my YouTube channel, The Real Deal Recipe Reviews, where I always try to make recipes as written and give honest reviews. I gave this 4 1/2 stars. Definitely a keeper!