Monday, April 27, 2015

Peanut Butter Pie

 It's a pretty day and I'm enjoying some peanut butter pie for tea today.


 I've brought out my kitchen table centerpiece for my birdie theme.  I put together the bird nest with some moss, sticks, twigs, etc., and added some faux eggs, into a vintage silver candy dish.  I have a string of battery operated lights that encircle it that I turn on at night.  


 This teacup was actually painted by  my late Great Aunt Kitty's teacher, for she signed it underneath.  I love this forget-me-knot design and the softest shading of pink in the background.  The dessert plate, however, was painted by my Aunt Kitty.  The pieces match really well.


 This pie recipe comes from The  Pioneer Woman, and oh my,  is it ever good!    If you're in the mood for a peanut butter and chocolate fix, this will cure you.  It is very rich and you need just a sliver. It would be good for a crowd, because I seriously think you could get 12-16 slices out of this pie.  



For the crust:
  • 25 whole chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
For the filling:
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • one 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
  • one 8 oz. package of frozen whipped topping, thawed
Preheat the oven for 350 degrees F.  Crush 25 cookies in a blender or food processor.  Melt butter and once cooled, mix melted butter with finely crushed cookies with a fork or in a food processor.  Pour crumb mixture into pie pan and press to form the crust.  Put crust in the oven for about 5 minutes, until crust is set.  Set aside to cool completely.

In a large bowl, whip peanut butter and cream cheese until well-combined.  Gradually add powdered sugar mixing to combine completely.  Add and mix in Cool Whip.  Once filling is fully-incorporated, pour into the pie crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.  Allow the pie to chill for at least an hour to set before serving.

My addition is the garnish of a drizzle of chocolate sauce and chopped peanuts.


Here's my spruced up birdhouse that I painted over the weekend.  It was looking quite shabby after over 10 years. 

I am sharing this with:
             Thank you for your visit!  xo


43 comments:

  1. Oh my, that pie looks so good, I can't believe it is that easy to make! I love the Pioneer Women.
    Outdoors are a nice place for a break on these warm days. Enjoy!

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  2. Your peanut butter pie looks oh so tempting Kitty, especially with the extra drizzle of chocolate and chopped nuts! I love your pretty table setting too with your soft filtered light sweet bird additions. I bet your Old Bird Inn is occupied in no time :) Your forget-me-not painted teacup and plate are such pretty keepsakes from your Aunt Kitty too. ♥

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  3. Jimmy just brought me some organic peanut butter yesterday, might just whip this pie up for Mother's Day-good timing! "Cheep Rooms" cracks me up, have a great week Kitty:@)

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  4. There is no way I am making this pie, but just in case I am so inclined, I have it pinned. After all the baking I've done recently, we need to eat sticks and spinach for a week. My outdoor birdhouse that needs attention...should see what paint is available.

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  5. Your peanut butter pie looks delish. I am almost afraid to make it for fear of eating the whole darn thing. Love that tea cup.

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  6. Kitty, I haven't had peanut butter pie in years...
    maybe it is time to make one.
    I love when you use the handpainted tea cups, they are so beautiful.
    Have a wonderful week.

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  7. Hi Kitty! I tasted this pie a long time ago at a friend's house and loved it! Thanks for sharing. Love the hand painted tea cups. Your Auntie was so talented. Runs in the family. The greens here in this post are so beautiful.

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  8. I'm not one for peanut butter, but my that looks and sounds wonderful! Quite easy to prepare as well.
    You have so many wonderful treasures, Kitty, with all your beautiful tea cups from loved one's. I've enjoyed your show case of them all.

    Love and blessings,
    Debbie

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  9. Oh. My. Goodness! Does your pie ever look good, Kitty! I love peanut butter and chocolate so I will be copying your recipe. Your hand painted china is so pretty and are lovely treasures. The bird house, "cheep rooms," is very cute! Thanks for joining me for tea and leaving me your sweet comments. You really are a dear friend!

    Hugs,
    Sandi

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  10. The pie looks absolutely fabulous!! The china is so lovely and such a perfect match, I would've thought for sure they were purchased together as a set! So sweet.

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  11. Your beautiful hand painted china is lovely for your tea, Kitty. And the green of your outdoors is so welcoming and fresh! But absolutely hands down, my favorite pie of ALL TIME is peanut butter pie. Oh my word you made me drool on my keyboard with that one. My hubs is allergic to nuts so I never ever make it anymore. I get it when I have room and see it on a menu, but it is seldom seen. I haven't had a piece in years. Sure wish I could pop on over for a visit about now!
    Hugs.

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  12. I always look forward to your amazing recipes each week and this one doesn't disappoint! I've never had peanut butter pie before. This will be a great summer time pie when I dread turning on the oven in the heat. I enjoy watching the Pioneer Woman and have been meaning to get one of her cookbooks. On another note, the teacup and saucer's paintings match so well. Both your great aunt and her teacher were quite talented. Have a great week, Nora

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  13. Your peanut butter pie is picture perfect! I made the same pie for Easter ;-) I love your pretty table setting and bird house. Hope you have a nice week Kitty! xo

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  14. Oh Stars! I have even been thinking of PB pie..yours sounds and looks beautiful and inviting!! The choc drizzle is perfect. Your birdhouse is happy with a new coat of paint. XO

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  15. Oh Stars! I have even been thinking of PB pie..yours sounds and looks beautiful and inviting!! The choc drizzle is perfect. Your birdhouse is happy with a new coat of paint. XO

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  16. What a pretty setting for an outdoor tea! Your peanut butter pie looks heavenly!

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  17. The peanut butter pie looks so delicious! My family will love this recipe. What a treasure to have a hand-painted dish from your Aunt. They look fabulous!

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  18. The pie looks delicious, I know my hubby would like it. I tried a lemon square recipe (Jean Pare) that has coconut added to the lemon mixture Kitty and it's not as sweet, not sure how it makes a difference though.
    Happy tea day!

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  19. Beautiful hand-painted teacup! I've made PW's peanut butter pie a couple of times, but mine didn't look as pretty as yours! Like how you garnished it, Kitty. Have a nice week!

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  20. I have a friend that loves PB pie ~ will have to share this with her. Your table decor is so pretty and I love the tea cup, saucer and plate. Such beautiful pieces with treasured memories.

    xo
    Pat

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  21. What a beautiful setup, Kitty...it looks so shady & inviting! I sure wish we would get some nice weather so we could enjoy the outdoors. We've got frost again this morning...sheesh!
    I would LOVE to taste that pie. It looks delicious...your total presentation is outstanding.
    Hugs,
    Rett

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  22. Your pie looks as delicious as the pictures :) I am visiting from Roses of Inspiration. Have a lovely week!

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  23. ummm, this sounds so good...and easy...and I have all the ingredients...even a graham cracker crust, just begging for a delightful filling...:) Thanks, Kitty

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  24. Oh please, keep that delicious looking dessert away from me! LOL It looks spectacular. And what a fun dessert to serve guests. Maybe that's what I should serve at our next hymn sing. Thanks for the post.

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  25. Wow, that pie looks awesome. Definitely a good idea for houseguests coming! I love hand painted china, and yours is gorgeous. I thought they were the same at first glance, wonderful how they go together, and great sentiment attached, all the more special. :)

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  26. That peanut butter pie looks so sweet and delicious, I will try it myself.
    Thanks for the recipe.
    I love chocolate and also peanut butter, together I think that combines great.

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  27. Hello dear Kitty
    For-get-me-nots are one of my favourite old fashioned flowers too Kitty!
    What a talented pair your Mother and Aunt Kitty were - does it run in the family and will we be seeing another cup painted by your fair hands dear Kitty???
    I always love your recipes - but I'm really watching my weight and not eating sweets - the pie looks delicious!
    Hugs
    Shane x

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  28. What treasures those hand painted teacup and plate are! They're simply gorgeous! Love your outdoor setting with the little nest and bird. (I'm going to pretend I didn't see that pie, haha. Wow, does it look good. And you've presented it so beautifully; could be in a magazine!) xo Deborah

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  29. Oh my kitty! Peanut Butter Pie - a weakness of mine. Your slice looks so tempting!

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  30. Hi Kitty,
    Your peanut butter pie looks delish as your desserts always do! The centerpiece is perfect for spring. What a sweet birdie! Your Aunt Kitty was so talented. That hand painted pattern on the teacup reminds me of my Royal Albert Memory Lane pattern. You must love having her sweet name too. Happy Tea Day dear friend! Karen

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  31. Hi Kitty,
    Your peanut butter pie looks delish as your desserts always do! The centerpiece is perfect for spring. What a sweet birdie! Your Aunt Kitty was so talented. That hand painted pattern on the teacup reminds me of my Royal Albert Memory Lane pattern. You must love having her sweet name too. Happy Tea Day dear friend! Karen

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  32. I just love your sweet birdie tablescape, Kitty! The nest in the silver dish is just darling :) Your great Aunt Kitty's painted china are such precious treasures. The peanut butter pie looks sooooo good! xo Karen

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  33. Such a perfect spring day and table, Kitty. Love that pretty teacup and saucer and I am ready for anything that uses peanut butter in the recipe. Looks so good. Thank you for sharing the recipe!!

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  34. Oh Kitty, I haven't eaten anything too appetizing in the last week because of the flu....this is a must make! Maybe for the weekend :) I love peanut butter and this has my mouth watering like crazy.

    Your tea cup is so pretty, my friend! How special the someone painted it for your aunt. You are blessed to have it. It's always a joy to have you at Roses of Inspiration - thanks, dear one! Hugs!

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  35. Hi Kitty, such a pretty tea set and that peanut butter pie looks divine. Your settings looks fabulous and I do love your bird house. xo

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  36. Dear Kitty, I can not believe that I have not joined your site, I looked and I had not, so sorry about that! You are a lovely lady and a very sweet blogger! I am following now and I will try to get over more often! Your pie looks mouth watering... I love pie I think even more than cakes!
    Blessings, Roxy

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  37. Ohe can never have too many teacups or BIRDHOUSES!! You did a good job refreshing it! Your pie looks great - can we all come over? So glad you shared Kitty. Have you seen the character Kitty in Mr. Selfridge? She has red hair.

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  38. Your hand painted teacup is lovely, and i love the bird theme for your Garden table just lovely. and i will just have to try that peanut butter pie. Happy Weekend with love Janice

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  39. Kitty, it's fun that you have a piece painted by each ladies. They certainly are gorgeous! The pie sounds yummy! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  40. Hi Kitty,
    I went to my Women's Spiritual Retreat this weekend and am just now coming to visit. I love your spruced up Bird House and your afternoon tea in the yard with that amazing Peanut Butter Pie. I will be having that pie very soon, am putting it on the list to make. Hope you have a great week and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  41. Hello dear Kitty! Hmmm...I do so love peanut butter, so I am sure I would enjoy a slice of this lovely pie! You bake such wonderful looking things and oh! The teacup you used today is just beautiful... It must be very special to sip tea from a handpainted teacup!
    Hope you are having a blessed week!
    Much love!
    Kelly-Anne

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  42. Kitty, everything else went out of my head when I came to the birdhouse! That is just perfect -- "spruced up," yes, but still rustic (and with clever writing).

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  43. This pie is delicious, not too sweet, just right. I traded the black oreo crust, for graham cracker crust, due to the dye in black oreos.

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