Inside Out Peanut Butter Cup Pie
Please note this site uses affiliate links; when you click on these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.
If you like peanut butter cups, you’re going to absolutely love this dessert. I took the delicious concept of a peanut butter cup and, with a little creativity, flipped it inside out to create this incredible pie! This inside-out peanut butter cup pie features a rich, fudge-like chocolate filling nestled inside a buttery peanut butter crust. But the real magic happens on top, with a decadent two-toned chocolate and peanut butter frosting. Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth with what might just be the best peanut butter dessert you’ve ever tasted.
Inside Out Peanut Butter Cup Pie
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1/2 stick 4Tbsp butter, softened
- 1/3 C creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 C sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 1/4 C flour
Filling:
- 3/4 C chocolate chips
- 1 stick 8 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 3/4 C sugar
- 1 C flour
- 2 eggs beaten
Frosting:
- 1/2 C chocolate chips
- 1/2 C creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease a 9" springform pan.
- Cream together the butter, peanut butter, sugar and salt.
- Add flour and mix until crumbly.
- Press dough into pan making sure it comes up the sides (about two inches).
- Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. While the crust is baking, melt the chocolate chips, butter and salt over medium heat.
- Remove from heat; add sugar and flour, stir until combined.
- Add the beaten eggs, stir until you get a smooth consistency.
- Pour into par baked crust and bake an additional 20-22 minutes.
- Remove from oven; cool for ten minutes, remove from pan & continue to cool.
- In a small saucepan (or microwave) melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir until combined then drizzle on top.
- Slice, serve and enjoy!
Step by step photo directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease a 9″ springform pan.
Cream together the butter, peanut butter, sugar and salt.
Add flour and mix until crumbly.
Press dough into pan making sure it comes up the sides (about two inches).
Bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. While the crust is baking, melt the chocolate chips, butter and salt over medium heat.
Remove from heat; add sugar and flour, stir until combined.
Add the beaten eggs, stir until you get a smooth consistency.
Pour into par baked crust and bake an additional 20-22 minutes.
Remove from oven; cool for ten minutes, remove from pan & continue to cool.
In a small saucepan (or microwave) melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir until combined then drizzle on top. Slice, serve and enjoy!
Why This Peanut Butter Pie is a Game-Changer
What makes this pie so special? It’s all about the layers and textures that perfectly replicate the classic candy.
What makes this pie so special? It’s all about the layers and textures that perfectly replicate the classic candy.
- The Crust: Unlike a traditional graham cracker crust, this version uses a peanut butter cookie-like crust that bakes up perfectly, providing a flavorful and sturdy foundation.
- The Filling: The filling is a silky-smooth chocolate fudge that sets up beautifully to create a rich, dense center.
- The Topping: Is both chocolate and peanut butter which adds a final, creamy layer of indulgence.
Tips for the Perfect Inside-Out PB Pie
To ensure your pie turns out perfectly, keep these tips in mind:
To ensure your pie turns out perfectly, keep these tips in mind:
Use good quality peanut butter: For the best results, use a standard creamy peanut butter rather than a natural one, as the oil can separate and affect the crust’s texture.
Make it ahead: This dessert is a fantastic make-ahead option. You can assemble it a day in advance, which gives the flavors time to meld together and develop.
FAQ’S
- Q: Can I make a gluten-free crust?
- A: Yes, you can substitute the flour in the crust with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend for a gluten-free version.
- Q: How do I store the leftovers?
- A: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Q: Can I freeze this pie?
- A: This pie freezes well. Once fully set, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. It will keep in the freezer for up to one month.
Final Thoughts…
This inside-out peanut butter cup pie is a true crowd-pleaser that’s worth the effort. It’s perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday dinners. So grab your ingredients, and get ready to bake your way to the perfect sweet ending.
This inside-out peanut butter cup pie is a true crowd-pleaser that’s worth the effort. It’s perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday dinners. So grab your ingredients, and get ready to bake your way to the perfect sweet ending.
Visiting from Tickle My Taste buds link party. I adore peanut butter cups, this pie is definitely my kinda pie. It looks delicious! I co-host Sweet and Savoury Sunday and would love for you to stop by and share this and other recipes with us. Have a great day! Laura@Baking in Pyjamas
I made this yesterday, and it is SO good. I love that it is made in a spring form pan, it came out perfect!
I made this yesterday, and it is SO good. I love that it is made in a spring form pan, it came out perfect!
Did you use semi sweet choc chips or milk choc chips? Would a regular pie pan work?
I used milk chocolate, however you could use semi-sweet and I think a regular pie pan would work just fine; a spring form just makes it easier to slice.
What size springform pan did you use? Thanks Aviva
I used a 10" pan 🙂
I am back… Because I had to make your deliciousness again!
Thank you for the kind comment ♥
Pinned!!! This looks so much a 'Woman Thing", you know women need chocolate at least once a month. I'm just drooling. I have to try this. Thank you.
We may have met by chance…but we become friends by choice.
http://simpleesue.com/try-one-new-recipe-a-week-britzel-bar-recipe
Yum! So glad you reposted on FB, pinned and can't wait to make it!
Just thought I would let you know that I made this tonight, & it was a huge hit! Thanks so much for a great treat!
That looks delicious! I'm not much of a baker, but I'm going to have to try this!
Lyndsay @ Simply Lyndsay
Oh my gosh, this looks amazing! Peanut butter and chocolate is my favorite combo in a dessert. I found ya through the Friday Flashback link up. Have a great weekend!
So simple, yet looks so delicious. I should make that for the labor day celebrations this weekend. Thanks for sharing. I'm here from the friday Flashback!
Wow, this looks amazing! My son is in college and would love it. Does anyone know if this recipe would pack and ship well? If not, no worries I will make it anyway and determine then, looks like a brownie in a crust (which I think would ship fine 🙂
I'm bookmarking this one 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing this at Recipe Sharing Monday. I hope to see you back next week!
holy cow does this look amazing! Thanks for sharing, I think I gained 10 lbs just looking at it!
I'm pretty sure the National Guards are out looking for you because I'm sure this treat has to be a federal offense of some kind! Oh yum. You and your blog is just delightful. So happy to run across you in my wanderings on the web.
Hope your week is full of sunshine and a bit of chocolate!
Pamela
oh wow…oozing with sugary goodness! This looks amazing!
Hey I host a blog hop and I'd LOVE if you came over and shared a recipe! Here's the link 🙂 http://thesweetdetail.blogspot.com/search/label/Savory%20Sunday
Oh my heck!! this looks so DELICIOUS I can eat my computer screen!! haah I'm visiting from "Sugar and Dots" I saw your link up there!! Amazing! Thanks for sharing! I'm Lilli from:
http://onestopbabygifts.blogspot.com
Have a great day!
Wow! Looks amazing! Thanks so much for sharing! I'm definitely going to try this recipe!
Now following you 🙂
A Little Bit of This & That
oooo make sure you post this at the linky party going on at my blog! This week's theme is Chocolate!
http://cupcakeapothecary.blogspot.com/2011/05/themed-bakers-sunday-3.html
Alyssa
Oh wow…what a delicious idea 🙂
hey! just wanted to let you know that I picked your recipe for one of my favorites from Savory Sunday (the post about that is up right now). Thanks for sharing!!
Wow! This looks heavenly!
oh this looks great!! thanks for sharing it! don't forget to link back to savory sunday!
Wow this sounds amazing! The peanut butter and chocolate combination is my weakness. Following your blog now! 🙂
[Stopping by from Home Sweet Farm]
Melissa from Craftyfusion
Great idea! This looks like a winning recipe.
I have dessert party linkies on Mondays and Thursdays. I'd love it if your would link your desserts at Joy of Desserts too. 🙂
http://joyofdesserts.blogspot.com
My friend is a huge peanut butter cup fan. I'll have to make this for her for her birthday. Thanks for linking up to A Well-Seasoned Life's Sweet Indulgences Sunday!
oh this looks fantastic! i think i'm going to put it on my baking goals and do a little repost if that's ok!
You're one of the featured recipes this week at What's Cooking Thursdays!
http://www.savingthosedollars.blogspot.com
Oh my heck this looks delish!! I love PB Cups, Peanut Butter, and Chocolate!! Mmmm…
New follower. That looks delicious. I think my husband would marry me all over again if I made that for him. He's a sucker for PB and chocolate.
http://alittlenosh.blogspot.com
Oh, deliciousness. Thanks so much for linking up to Hump Day Hoorah 🙂
Congratulations on being the most clicked on recipe at Let's Do Brunch. Mind you, I can see why – your photograph is absolutely scrumptious looking and the recipe is just mouthwatering. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful treat with Let's Do Brunch!
Thanks for linking this up with Let's Do Brunch. It was the most popular recipe of all the links and will be featured as so. Come on by, Wednesday and take a peek and please do leave another yummy recipe.
My word that looks delicious! I love to bake and would definitely try that! Following you now so I can see more of these yummy recipes!
Sarah the Writer
This Writer's Journey
Hopping over from FTLOB Comment Love Day!
Oh my goodness! That looks incredible…like the kind of thing that would make me sneak down in the middle of the night to eat right up. 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
Vanessa
Wow! I have to say this looks sinfully delicious! I found you over at Roz's. I'm your newest follower 🙂
So creative & delicious!! Thank you for linking to my K.I.S.S. blog bash this past week. I so appreciate you taking the time to share your wonderful recipes. Tomorrow is another blog bash, please drop by & share more of your inspiring goodness!
Drop By The Tattered Tag
Well clearly I'm going to have to make this ASAP. YUM! (Stopping by from polka dots on parade)
Goodness! You have such indulgent, yummy recipes here 🙂
DROOLING!
Gorgeous! And so tempting! All that chocolate and peanut butter…my version of heaven, I'll tell you that much!
Thanks for sharing at Foodie Friday!
I can't wait to try these!
I am sitting here eating the Great Value Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Cups from Walmart when I came across your blog. I will for sure have to make one of these. Thanks for posting about it. Now, I am going to go abck and look at your other recipes. I am a new follower.
I think I gained 5 lbs just from looking at the picture:0) It looks fantastic.
I featured you on Foodie Friday! Please grab a button!!
http://polkadotsonparade.blogspot.com/2011/04/foodie-friday-sweet-tooth.html
That looks divine. it's too bad my husband doesn't like peanut butter… Yum!
oh my…i think i just gained a pound or two looking at the pictures…thanks (i think) for sharing on ff…my summer clothes will never fit again!
blessings,
alison
stuff and nonsense
Oh, YUM!!! I just can't resist the peanut butter and chocolate combo and this looks fantastic – I'll definitely be making it soon 🙂
This looks amazing! Who wouldn't love this?! 🙂
O M gosh, i am making this for my prego self tonight!
Yum! This looks amazing! Thanks for sharing.
Oh yeah – you know nothing rocks my world more than Peanut Butter AND chocolate combined! Thanks for linking up to Foodie Friday. Oh, and if you haven’t done so already – don’t forget to pop on over to Little Brick Ranch to enter the GIVEAWAY!!! I’ll give you a hint…Homes, Food, and all things Frugal!!
This looks absolutely DECADENT!
This sounds just amazing! Love peanut butter and chocolate.
I'd love to have you share this recipe on Sweet Tooth Friday. http://alli-n-son.com/2011/04/07/jelly-bean-cookies/
OH MY GOODNESS. I will be gaining like 15 pounds in the next week. 🙂 This will be made tomorrow, when the boys are gone. Hubby doesn't like choc/PB combonation (crazy huh??)
🙂 I'd love for you to share at What's Cooking Thursdays!
http://www.savingthosedollars.blogspot.com
I made this on Tuesday night, and there's only one small slice left. It's fabulous!
Thanks so much for sharing on Hope Studios.
I was too curious … but found myself with only white chocolate chips so that's what I used. It's sinful – and the reserves are going out to friends and neighbors. Will surely whip up the chocolate variety! Thanks for the inspiration.
There is nothing better for dessert than chocolate and peanut butter what a combination.You have captured the flavor in this wonderful pie. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and hope to see you next week!
Mmmmm this is a killer recipe! I like the step by step. Can't wait to try it:)
That looks delicious!!! <3 Very yummy!
oh my gosh – I need to make this, like right now! It looks SOOOO good!
Thanks for linking up!
Alissa
WOW, this looks amazing…and would be very dangerous in my house 🙂 Glad I found your blog!
I am so happy you linked back up to
"Made it on Monday"
And these look deadly!
WOW!
Darn you. Now nothing will do but a piece of this yummy-ness. I am stopping by from Welcome Wednesday. I am a new follower. Great blog. Blessings…
Saved By Love Creations
This looks so delicious I almost forgot why I stopped by! You left comment #7–and you've won Lori Wilde's new book. Please email designsbygollum@gmail.com and put I WON in the header.Thanks!
I CANNOT WAIT TO MAKE THIS PIE! Oh my goodness, it looks great – peanut butter and chocolate – my favorite. Thanks for sharing and linking to TMTT.
Oh my dear goodness! This is heavenly. You're amazing!!!
Oh man!! This looks soo yummy! I can't wait to try it! Found you through The Tattered Tag 🙂
Have a blessed week!
Heather @ Catfish Kisses
Be still my beating heart! I love chocolate and peanut butter!
Will be making this for sure — it looks so good! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Is it bad that I tried to lick my computer screen? Those look delicious! Who doesn't love chocolate and peanut-butter?
I found you at Hope Studios party. I saw peanut butter and had to click over to see. I am a huge fan of peanut butter and this recipe looks delish. I am also your 100th follower – congrats!! I would love for you to come and check out my blog and follow me back at http://www.diybydesign.blogspot.com. Thanks so much.
I LOVE peanut butter cups. Thanks for sharing this, it looks delish.
Holy cow, does this look terrific!
You are brilliant! Can't wait to try!!
There is nothing better than chocolate and peanut butter together. I am so going to make this! I have just awarded you a Stylish Blogger Award. Check it out here.
http://www.calamitykitchen.com/2011/04/award-and-not-so-stylish-handwriting.htm
So good! I am making this next food day at work. I love it, but can't eat it all by myself! Stopping over form mangia mondays blog hop.
Brenda
http://www.busymomonthego.com
This looks so decadent! I'm your newest follower. Gonna go look around 🙂
mickey
Peanut butter in the crust? Yum!
Oh my heaven that looks good!
(Found you on Made by You Monday)
oh.my.gosh! this looks so so yummy! i want a slice right now!
thanks for linking up to mangia mondays!
-kristin
http://delightfullydowling.blogspot.com
Stopping by from Melt In Your Mouth Mondays, this looks so yummy and easy. Thanks for linking it.
This looks divine! I'm excited to give this recipe a try…
Newly following through the Relax & Surf Hop!
Baby Talk without the Babble
That looks incredible! I'm following from the Blog Hop. Come visit me back!
Michelle @ Things Sent My Way
AWESOME!!!..new follower from the blog hop and I look forward to following your blog!…Hope u can come by for a visit! http://adventuresatgreenacre.blogspot.com
Oh this look so good! I will definitely have to give this a try! …there goes the "diet" I was thinking about starting! 🙂
OMG! This looks so amazing! I can taste it even before I make it, and you can trust it will be getting made! Another great recipe from you!
This looks totally decadent! I would love to have a piece along with my hot chocolate!First time at your beautiful blog!
Everything you make looks delicious. I am going to hunt through your site for more recipes, although I'm really looking forward to the bubble bread.
This looks so yummy!! This recipe is a must try for sure 🙂
Oh, yum! That looks delicious!