Black-Bottom Peanut Butter Mousse Pie

Health score
1%
Black-Bottom Peanut Butter Mousse Pie
120 min.
10
320kcal

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If you're looking for an indulgent dessert that combines rich flavors and textures, the Black-Bottom Peanut Butter Mousse Pie is the perfect choice. This delightful pie brings together a velvety peanut butter mousse layered over a luxurious chocolate base, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and salty, making it a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

This dessert is ideal for various occasions, from birthday parties to holiday gatherings, and it brings a touch of elegance to any table. With a preparation time of just two hours, it’s simple enough to make but exquisite enough to impress. The combination of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and the lightness of whipped cream creates a taste experience that is both decadent and delightful.

Plus, the pie provides a beautiful visual appeal with its contrasting layers, making it a stunning centerpiece for your dessert spread. Whether you’re a peanut butter lover or a chocolate enthusiast, this pie is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and prepare to wow your family and friends with this irresistible dessert!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons plus light
  • tablespoons creamy peanut butter old-fashioned style freshly ground (do not use or )
  •  graham crackers whole
  • cup peanut butter chips 
  • ounces semi chocolate chips 
  • tablespoons sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted ()
  • teaspoons vanilla extract divided
  • 0.7 cup whipping cream chilled divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • microwave
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish with nonstick spray. Blend graham crackers, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in processor until moist clumps form. Press crumb mixture over bottom and up sides of prepared pie dish.
  2. Bake crust until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, combine chocolate chips, 2/3 cup cream, corn syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium heat until chocolate softens, about 3 minutes.
  4. Whisk until melted and smooth.
  5. Spread chocolate mixture over bottom of crust. Freeze 10 minutes.
  6. Microwave peanut butter chips and 3/4 cup cream in large microwave-safe bowl on medium heat at 15-second intervals just until chips soften, stirring often.
  7. Whisk in peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cool to barely lukewarm. Beat remaining 1 cup cream and 2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl until very thick but not yet holding peaks; fold into peanut butter mixture in 3 additions. Spoon mousse over chocolate layer. Chill at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320kcal
Protein4.07%
Fat60.31%
Carbs35.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.71
Glycemic Load
9.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.6660869532953%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:319.84kcal
15.99%
Fat:21.66g
33.32%
Saturated Fat:12.04g
75.23%
Carbohydrates:28.79g
9.6%
Net Carbohydrates:26.48g
9.63%
Sugar:19.65g
21.84%
Cholesterol:31.49mg
10.5%
Sodium:88.33mg
3.84%
Alcohol:0.28g
100%
Alcohol %:0.41%
100%
Caffeine:19.5mg
6.5%
Protein:3.29g
6.58%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.49%
Copper:0.3mg
15.15%
Magnesium:52.47mg
13.12%
Iron:1.91mg
10.63%
Phosphorus:100.22mg
10.02%
Fiber:2.3g
9.2%
Vitamin A:386.4IU
7.73%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.24%
Potassium:181.75mg
5.19%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5.01%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.69%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.36%
Selenium:2.63µg
3.76%
Calcium:35.91mg
3.59%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.68%
Vitamin K:2.55µg
2.43%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.26%
Folate:8.06µg
2.02%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.88%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.49%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious