If you’ve ever wondered what Dolly Parton eats when she’s craving something sweet, you are in for a serious treat today. I am talking about her famous Peanut Butter Pie! It is legendary for a reason—it’s ridiculously creamy, perfectly balanced, and honestly, it’s one of those desserts that disappears the second you put it on the table.
Now, there is a tiny catch for those of us living in the UK: the original recipe calls for “Cool Whip,” which, as we all know, is nearly impossible to find on our supermarket shelves. But don’t worry! I’ve cracked the code. You can get that exact same, dreamy, cloud-like texture by using high-quality double cream whipped to stiff peaks. It’s rich, it’s decadent, and it feels just like the real deal.
This is a total no-bake wonder, making it the perfect “make-ahead” dessert for when you’re hosting friends or just really, really craving peanut butter.
Here is what you’ll need:
225g (approx. 8 oz) cream cheese, softened
190g (approx. 1 ½ cups) icing sugar
250g (approx. 1 cup) creamy peanut butter (stick to a standard “no-stir” brand to keep the texture smooth)
480ml (approx. 16 oz) double cream
2 digestive biscuit crumb crusts (or graham cracker crusts)
Let’s get baking (or, well, assembling!):
1. Start by getting that cream cheese into a large bowl. Beat it until it’s lovely and smooth.
2. Gradually sift in your icing sugar, mixing until it’s fully combined.
3. Add in your peanut butter. Keep that mixer going on medium-high until the whole mixture looks light and fluffy.
4. In a separate, chilled bowl, whip your double cream until it forms stiff peaks. Take your time here—you want it nice and firm!
5. Now for the gentle part: fold the whipped cream into your peanut butter mixture. Be patient and use a spatula to keep all that beautiful air in.
6. Pour the mixture into your crusts and smooth out the tops.
7. The hardest part? The wait. Pop them in the fridge for at least 8 hours (or overnight is even better) so they can set perfectly.
8. Before you serve, feel free to get creative with a drizzle of chocolate syrup or a sprinkle of crushed peanuts on top.
Trust me, once you take that first bite, you’ll see exactly why this is a country music icon’s favorite. Let me know in the comments if you give it a try!
Happy baking!
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