Best 5 Real Southern Peanut Butter Pie Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the American South, where we will explore the secrets behind creating the iconic "real southern peanut butter pie". This delectable dessert holds a special place in the Southern culinary heritage, captivating taste buds with its creamy, nutty filling nestled within a flaky, buttery crust. Get ready to discover the perfect recipe that will transport you to a Southern kitchen, where the aroma of roasted peanuts fills the air, and the taste of homemade goodness awaits your every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

REAL SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE



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This peanut butter pie is the real deal. No pudding or freezing. Any true Southerner knows a real peanut butter pie when they taste it and this is it. This recipe was passed on to me by a chef at a famous inn here in Virginia that served up some of the best pies in the state.

Provided by vatech90

Categories     Desserts     Pies     No-Bake Pie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 baked (9-inch) pie crust
2 cups milk
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 egg yolks, beaten
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (4 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Stir confectioners' sugar and peanut butter together in a bowl until crumbly. Remove 2 tablespoons peanut butter mixture to a small bowl and reserve as a garnish. Spread remaining peanut butter mixture into the bottom of the pie crust.
  • Whisk milk, white sugar, flour, egg yolks, and salt together in a saucepan over medium heat until mixture begins to bubble and thicken, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Pour milk mixture over peanut butter mixture and cool pie completely in refrigerator, at least 2 hours.
  • Spread whipped topping over chilled pie and sprinkle reserved 2 tablespoons peanut butter mixture over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 240.5 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE



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Make and share this Southern Peanut Butter Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tina Klein

Categories     Pie

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup syrup, corn
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter or 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
1 pie shell, 9 unbaked
1 cup whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Combine corn syrup, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and peanut butter; blend well.
  • Pour into pie shell and bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake an additional 35 minutes; cool.
  • To serve, top with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4224.8, Fat 227.1, SaturatedFat 88, Cholesterol 884.1, Sodium 2090.5, Carbohydrate 508.5, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 280.6, Protein 67.2

REAL SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE



Real Southern Peanut Butter Pie image

This peanut butter pie is the real deal. No pudding or freezing. Any true Southerner knows a real peanut butter pie when they taste it and this is it. This recipe was passed on to me by a chef at a famous inn here in Virginia that served up some of the best pies in the state.

Provided by vatech90

Categories     No-Bake Pies

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup peanut butter
1 baked (9-inch) pie crust
2 cups milk
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 egg yolks, beaten
⅛ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (4 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Stir confectioners' sugar and peanut butter together in a bowl until crumbly. Remove 2 tablespoons peanut butter mixture to a small bowl and reserve as a garnish. Spread remaining peanut butter mixture into the bottom of the pie crust.
  • Whisk milk, white sugar, flour, egg yolks, and salt together in a saucepan over medium heat until mixture begins to bubble and thicken, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. Pour milk mixture over peanut butter mixture and cool pie completely in refrigerator, at least 2 hours.
  • Spread whipped topping over chilled pie and sprinkle reserved 2 tablespoons peanut butter mixture over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 240.5 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE



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Sweet as candy, our Southern Peanut Butter Pie can be put together with ease and speed, especially if a pie crust mix is used for the shell. You'll enjoy making and serving it. Plan a dinner that deserves this sweet finale. Begin with a fruit cup. Follow up with shoulder lamb chops with mint sauce, instant mashed potatoes, buttered carrot circles and green beans. Add a salad of endive with creamy blue cheese dressing. Then coffee or tea, and the pie.

Provided by Laura Sage

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup light corn syrup or 1 cup dark corn syrup
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup chunky peanut butter
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
1 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients, mixing until thoroughly blended. Pour into prepared pastry shell. Bake in hot oven (400 degrees) 15 minutes; reduce heat to moderate (350 degrees); bake 30 to 35 minutes longer. Filling should appear slightly less set in center. Chill. Top with whipped cream.
  • From PARADE'S test kitchen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 706.9, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 160.1, Sodium 317.5, Carbohydrate 95.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 50, Protein 9.3

PEANUT BUTTER CREAM PIE



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During the warm months, it's nice to have this fluffy, no-bake peanut butter pie that's a snap to make. Packed with flavor, this pie gets gobbled up even after a big meal! -Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup peanut butter
6 tablespoons whole milk
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)
1/4 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. beat in sugar and peanut butter. Gradually add milk. Fold in whipped topping; spoon into the crust. Sprinkle with peanuts. Chill overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips

  • Choose high-quality ingredients, especially smooth and creamy peanut butter. This will ensure that your pie has a rich and flavorful taste.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help to create a smooth and creamy filling.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can cause the filling to become dense and rubbery.
  • Chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.
  • Top the pie with whipped cream, chocolate chips, or chopped peanuts just before serving.

Conclusion

Southern peanut butter pie is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy peanut butter filling, chocolate cookie crust, and whipped cream topping, this pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this Southern peanut butter pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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