Nutty Banana Gooey Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
This Nutty Banana Gooey Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie is a decadent no-bake dessert loaded with layers of banana slices, creamy peanut butter filling, rich chocolate ganache, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, it’s an indulgent treat that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (or whipped cream)
For the Banana Layer:
- 2–3 bananas, sliced
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
For the Topping:
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts or pecans
- Optional: Chocolate shavings or drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to set.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spread a thin layer of the peanut butter filling over the crust to act as a base.
- Layer the banana slices evenly over the base layer.
- Spread the remaining peanut butter filling on top of the bananas, smoothing it with a spatula.
- Prepare the Ganache:
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave until hot but not boiling.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 1–2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Add the Ganache and Toppings:
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top and add optional chocolate shavings or drizzle.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for a slightly less sweet version, or substitute with almond or cashew butter.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham crackers or cookies for the crust.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.