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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie: A Must-Try Recipe!

A delicious and indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie with a crunchy pretzel crust and creamy peanut butter filling, topped with rich chocolate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups crushed pretzels
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Sea salt for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  5. In a large bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully combined.
  8. Pour the filling into the cooled pretzel crust and spread evenly.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  10. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chopped chocolate and vegetable oil together, stirring until smooth.
  11. Allow to cool slightly before pouring over the chilled pie. Spread evenly and sprinkle with sea salt.
  12. Return the pie to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
  13. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try using dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
  • You can also substitute the creamy peanut butter with crunchy peanut butter for added texture.

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