Description
This Monster Cookie Peanut Butter Cheesecake Pie is a decadent dessert featuring a chewy cookie crust packed with M&Ms and chocolate chips, and a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling. Perfect for special occasions or anytime you crave a wow-worthy treat!
Ingredients
For the Monster Cookie Crust:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup M&Ms
For the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup M&Ms
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Drizzle of melted chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Monster Cookie Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and peanut butter until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips and M&Ms.
- Press the dough into the pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool completely.
- Make the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
- Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into the cooled cookie crust and spread evenly.
- Top with additional M&Ms, mini chocolate chips, and drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free mix-ins.
- To save time, substitute the homemade cookie crust with a store-bought crust.
- Add your favorite mix-ins like Reese’s Pieces, chopped candy bars, or white chocolate chips for variety.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American