Amish Peanut Butter Dream Pie (Printable)
Luscious creamy Amish peanut butter dream pie with velvety filling, whipped cream, and crispy peanut butter crumbs in a crisp shell.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 prepared 9-inch 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
# Directions:
01 - Combine creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar in a medium bowl, mixing with a fork until crumbly texture forms. Reserve for later use.
02 - Distribute half of the prepared peanut butter crumbs evenly across the bottom of the cooled pie crust.
03 - Whisk together granulated sugar, flour, and salt in a saucepan. Gradually incorporate milk while whisking until smooth and no lumps remain.
04 - Place saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly until mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes to fully activate thickening agents.
05 - Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl. Gradually stream in small amount of hot milk mixture while whisking continuously to gently warm yolks without cooking them.
06 - Return tempered yolk mixture to saucepan, whisking constantly. Cook for 2 additional minutes until filling achieves thick, glossy consistency.
07 - Remove from heat source. Stir in unsalted butter and vanilla extract until completely smooth and fully incorporated.
08 - Pour warm filling over peanut butter crumb layer in crust. Allow to cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for minimum 2 hours until completely set.
09 - Beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using electric mixer until stiff peaks form and mixture holds shape.
10 - Spread whipped cream evenly over chilled pie surface. Sprinkle reserved peanut butter crumbs over top before slicing and serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The filling sets up like silk but somehow still feels light and airy on your fork
- Those peanut butter crumbs create this incredible sandy crunch that makes every bite interesting
- It comes together faster than you can watch an episode of your favorite show
02 -
- Tempering the eggs slowly is absolutely crucial—rushing this step will give you scrambled eggs in your custard instead of silk
- The filling needs those full 2 hours in the refrigerator to set completely, otherwise you will end up with a sloppy slice situation
03 -
- Room temperature egg yolks incorporate into the hot custard more smoothly than cold ones
- Whisking constantly and thoroughly during the cooking process prevents any scorched spots on the bottom of your pan