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Easy Peanut Butter Chess Pie

Name: Easy Peanut Butter Chess Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter; 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup); 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; First, I melt the butter and combine it with the peanut butter in a medium-sized bowl until smooth. Then, I add the lightly beaten eggs, evaporated milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. I whisk everything together until the mixture is silky and lump-free. This ensures a perfectly smooth custard that will bake into a luscious pie.

Chef Elena Vance Published Sep 3, 2026

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Craving a rich, nutty dessert that melts in your mouth? My Easy Peanut Butter Chess Pie is the ultimate indulgence for peanut butter lovers. With a creamy, custardy filling that balances sweet and nutty flavors perfectly, this pie is a classic Southern favorite made effortless. Using just a few simple ingredients and a pre-made pie crust, you can enjoy a homemade dessert that feels gourmet without all the fuss.

Prep Time 15 min

Cook Time 20 min

Total Time 35 min

Yield 4 servings

Desserts Healthy Recipe

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4

Filling & Sauce

4 tablespoons 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
0.5 cup 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1 (5-ounce) can evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup)
2 large 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons cornstarch
1.5 cups 1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Main Ingredients

1 First, I melt the butter and combine it with the peanut butter in a medium-sized bowl until smooth. Then, I add the lightly beaten eggs, evaporated milk, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. I whisk everything together until the mixture is silky and lump-free. This ensures a perfectly smooth custard that will bake into a luscious pie.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

The filling is the star of this peanut butter chess pie. It’s creamy, rich, and sets beautifully when baked. Here’s how I make it:
2

Avoid Overbaking: Overbaked chess pie can crack on top, so I check it a few minutes before the timer goes off.
3

Prevent a Soggy Crust: I sometimes pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes to help it stay crisp.
4

Cooling: After baking, I let the pie cool completely at room temperature before slicing. This step is key for clean slices.

If I want to enjoy it later, I wrap the cooled pie tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze it for up to 2 months. To serve, I thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before slicing.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

0 kcal Calories

0 g Protein

0 g Total Carbs

0 g Total Fat

0 g Dietary Fiber

0 g Total Sugars

0 mg Sodium

Mixing Bowls:

At least two bowls – one for wet ingredients, one for dry – to keep things organized.

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Whisk or Hand Mixer:

Helps blend the eggs, sugar, and peanut butter into a smooth, creamy filling.

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Measuring Cups and Spoons:

Accurate measurements ensure the custard sets perfectly.

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9-inch Pie Pan:

Essential for holding the pie crust and filling during baking.

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Spatula:

Useful for scraping the bowl clean and spreading the filling evenly.

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Easy Peanut Butter Chess Pie

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Ingredients

Filling & Sauce

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Recommended Kitchen Equipment

Mixing Bowls:

Whisk or Hand Mixer:

Measuring Cups and Spoons:

9-inch Pie Pan:

Spatula: