Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie

Making a Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie is a fun and delicious project! Here’s a recipe to help you create this indulgent treat at home:

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 16 full sheets)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Crust:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Crust Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Form the Crust: Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to compact the crumbs.
4. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until set. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

1. Beat the Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Spread the Filling: Once the crust has cooled, spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the crust.

For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:

1. Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
2. Make the Ganache: Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for a few minutes to melt. Stir until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Top the Pie: Pour the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter filling, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

To Finish:

1. Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is set.
2. Serve: Once set, slice and serve your giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Pie.

Enjoy your delicious creation!