If you love the creamy, dreamy combination of peanut butter and velvety custard, this Amish Peanut Butter Cream Pie is your new obsession. This old-fashioned dessert is a staple in Amish kitchens—decadently smooth, perfectly sweet, and incredibly easy to make with simple ingredients.
Unlike heavy, dense peanut butter pies, this version has a light yet indulgent texture, making it the perfect comforting treat for holidays, potlucks, or anytime cravings strike. Plus, it requires no baking—just a stovetop and a little patience while it chills!
Why You’ll Love This Amish Peanut Butter Pie
✅ Silky-smooth filling – A luxurious custard-based texture, not overly dense.
✅ Perfect peanut butter flavor – Rich but not overpowering.
✅ No-bake simplicity – Just cook the filling, pour, and chill.
✅ Classic Amish recipe – Tried-and-true, crowd-pleasing dessert.
✅ Versatile crust options – Use graham cracker, Oreo, or traditional pie crust!
Ingredients You’ll Need
*(Makes one 9-inch pie)*
For the Filling:
1 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural—use regular for best texture)
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
2 ½ cups whole milk
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Crust:
1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (graham cracker, Oreo, or traditional pastry crust)
For the Topping (Optional):
Whipped cream
Chopped peanuts
Chocolate drizzle