These mini pies are pure bliss—perfectly sized bites of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate layered on a buttery graham cracker crust. Every bite offers a luscious mix of smooth peanut butter filling, decadent chocolate ganache, and a hint of crunch from the graham cracker base. These mini treats are easy to make and sure to impress!
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*Ingredients:*
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup melted butter
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
– Extra chocolate chips for garnish
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*Directions:*
*Prepare the Crust:*
1. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined.
2. Press this mixture firmly into the bottoms and sides of a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.
3. Place in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the crust to set.
*Make the Peanut Butter Filling:*
4. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and peanut butter until creamy and smooth.
5. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully blended.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold this into the peanut butter mixture.
*Assemble the Pies:*
7. Spoon the peanut butter filling into each chilled crust, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
*Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:*
8. In a small saucepan, heat the 1/2 cup of heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
9. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips, and stir until the mixture is melted and smooth.
10. Pour the ganache over each peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly.
*Chill and Serve:*
11. Refrigerate the pies for at least 2 hours or until set. Just before serving, top with a few extra chocolate chips.
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*Recipe Info:*
– *Prep Time:* 20 minutes
– *Cook Time:* 5 minutes
– *Total Time:* 2 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
– *Calories:* 350 kcal per serving
– *Yields:* 12 servings
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*Tags:* #ChocolatePeanutButter #MiniPies #DecadentDesserts #PeanutButterLovers #ChocolateLovers #NoBakeDesserts #EasyBaking
