Description
This Monster Cookie Peanut Butter Cheesecake Pie combines a baked chocolate chip cookie crust with a rich, creamy no-bake peanut butter cheesecake filling. Loaded with mini M&M’s, chocolate chips, and quick oats, this dessert is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for parties or any sweet tooth craving.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate chip cookies or graham crackers
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the cheesecake filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the mix-ins and topping:
- 1/2 cup mini M&M’s
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup quick oats (optional, for a classic “monster cookie” texture)
- Extra M&M’s and chocolate chips for garnish
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the crushed chocolate chip cookies or graham crackers with the melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes until set, then remove from oven and cool completely.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This ensures your filling is well combined and creamy.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. This creates a light and airy texture for the filling. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter and cream cheese mixture, being careful to maintain the airiness.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in the mini M&M’s, mini chocolate chips, and quick oats if using. This adds the classic monster cookie texture and colorful bursts throughout the pie.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheesecake to set properly.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, garnish the pie with extra mini M&M’s, chocolate chips, and whipped cream if desired for extra flavor and visual appeal. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- This dessert is mostly no-bake except for baking the crust, making it quick and easy to prepare.
- For convenience, you can substitute the crust with a store-bought graham cracker crust.
- The pie can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator to enhance flavors and ease planning.
- Optional oats add a traditional monster cookie crunch texture but can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
