Best 5 Southern Peanut Butter Pie Recipes
With its creamy peanut butter filling and buttery crust, southern peanut butter pie is a timeless classic that combines the sweet and salty flavors for a delightful treat. Whether you prefer a creamy or fluffy filling, a classic or chocolate crust, or a no-bake or baked pie, there's a southern peanut butter pie recipe out there to satisfy your cravings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
REAL SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE
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
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
Yes, it is gloriously Southern -- as I am, and a family favorite! It's made with dark corn syrup, peanut butter and whole peanuts and looks like pumpkin pie, but don't be fooled! This pie is simple and delicious for those who like peanut butter. It is a great recipe to serve guests as it is an unexpected taste treat! Serve with whipped topping or ice cream if desired.
Provided by Hortense
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes Peanut Butter Pie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt, corn syrup, peanut butter and eggs with electric mixer. Stir in peanuts by hand. Pour filling into pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. (Center of filling may be slightly soft but will become firm as pie cools.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.2 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 549.7 mg, Sugar 29.5 g
SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PECAN PIE
A little twist on the traditional pecan pie. The peanut butter takes the sweetness away and adds more flavor. Still fairly rich, this recipe comes out only on holidays for my family. I hope you enjoy this.
Provided by Barbasol
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix syrup, sugar, salt, butter, peanut butter, and vanilla.
- Add beaten eggs.
- Pour into unbaked pie shell.
- Sprinkle pecans or walnuts over filling.
- Bake in 350 degree oven for about 45 minutes, till knife inserted comes out clean.
SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER PIE
Some folks here in Virginia consider this a traditional Thanksgiving Day pie, but I eat it all year round. (grin)
Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns
Categories Pie
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To prepare the Custard:.
- Scald 1 1/2 cups of the milk in double-boiler.
- Combine sugar, salt, cornstarch in mixing bowl.
- Add remaining 1/2 cup milk to that mixture; pour into scalded milk.
- Cook (stirring) until thick.
- Slightly beat egg yolks.
- Add a little of the hot mixture to the egg yolks first then add the yolks to the custard mixture and cook 2 minutes longer.
- Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla.
- Custard should be pretty thick.
- Chill well.
- To prepare Peanut Butter Crumbs:.
- Mix together confectioner's sugar and peanut butter until crumbly.
- Sprinkle half (better if a little under half than over) of the crumb mixture in bottom of baked pie crust.
- Add chilled custard, top with whipped cream and remainder of peanut butter crumbs.
SOUTHERN PEANUT BUTTER CREAM PIE
This is a very rich pie with a peanut butter pudding filling and a meringue topping. Sometimes I use whipped cream instead of the meringue. This pie is as southern as it gets.
Provided by PCrocker
Categories Pie
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Filling:.
- Mix cornstarch, yolks, salt, butter, and brown sugar together in medium saucepan; whisk in milk.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until thick.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes.
- Stir in vanilla and peanut butter.
- Pour into crust and cover with whipped cream or meringue.
- Store in refrigerator.
- Meringue:.
- In mixer bowl beat egg whites and cream of tarter until foamy.
- Slowly add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Beat in vanilla.
- Spread over peanut butter filling.
- Bake in a 400°F oven for 10 minutes until meringue is evenly golden brown.
- Cool before serving.
Tips:
- For a creamier peanut butter pie, use a high-quality peanut butter that is smooth and rich in flavor.
- Chill the pie crust and filling before assembling the pie. This will help the pie set up properly and prevent it from becoming too soft.
- If you don't have time to make a homemade graham cracker crust, you can use a store-bought one instead.
- Top the pie with whipped cream, chopped peanuts, or chocolate shavings before serving.
- Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Southern peanut butter pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy peanut butter filling and graham cracker crust, this pie is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give Southern peanut butter pie a try!
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