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Lighter Peanut Butter Pie

This Lighter Peanut Butter Pie is a guilt-free dessert that’s creamy, dreamy, and full of flavor!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 1 3/4 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Filling:
  • 6 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/3 cup SPLENDA No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
  • 1 (8-ounce) container sugar-free whipped topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, SPLENDA, and melted butter. Mix until everything is well combined and resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the reduced-fat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the natural peanut butter and the ripe banana, mixing until fully combined and creamy. Slowly incorporate the SPLENDA until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Step 3: Fold in the Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the sugar-free whipped topping into the peanut butter mixture. Be careful not to deflate the whipped topping too much; you want to keep it light and airy.
  4. Step 4: Assemble the Pie: Once the crust has cooled, pour the peanut butter filling into the prepared crust. Spread it evenly using a spatula. You can decorate the top with additional whipped topping or even some chopped peanuts if you desire.
  5. Step 5: Chill and Serve: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This allows the flavors to meld and the pie to set properly. When ready to serve, slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the pie is well covered while refrigerating to keep it fresh.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Consider using a gluten-free graham cracker for a gluten-free option.