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    Home » Desserts » Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie Recipe

    Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie Recipe

    Nov 21, 2019 · by Valentina · 34 Comments

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    Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie is like one big, delicious S'more in the shape of a pie. It's an over-the-top dessert for any occasion!

    One slice of Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie on a white plate with fork

    Do you like S'mores?

    What about pie?

    How about peanut butter?

    Um . . . . well then, you're going to love this Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie Recipe!

    Close up of Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie in light blue pie dish

    Let's talk layers.

    This pie has three layers:

    1. Graham Cracker Crust (gluten-free option) -- This is made of graham crackers, sugar and melted butter.
    2. Milk Chocolate-Peanut Butter -- This is essentially a milk chocolate Ganache, with the addition of creamy, salted peanut butter.
    3. Swiss Meringue -- Swiss meringue becomes the lightly charred "marshmallow" of the S'more.
    2 steps of making Swiss meringue with a whisk

    What is Swiss Meringue?

    There are three types of meringue -- French, Italian and Swiss. We use Swiss meringue in this recipe. It's made by beating egg whites and sugar together over a pan of hot water until the sugar has dissolved, then beating until the mixture reaches stiff peaks.

    I love the Swiss meringue for this Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie because it becomes very marshmallow, making it perfect for the S'more vibe I am going for.

    (French meringue is simply made by whisking sugar with egg whites, and Italian is made by whisking a hot sugar syrup into beaten egg whites .)

    Swiss meringue on a whisk

    Recipe Tips

    • If you're gluten-free, or baking for someone who is, you can use gluten-free graham crackers. Pamela's Gluten-Free Honey Grahams are my favorite.
    • Are you a dark chocolate only person? No biggie -- use dark instead of milk.
    • Be sure to whip the meringue long enough, until there are stiff peaks. If you don't, the meringue will be too loose and droop over the pieces when you slice the pie. It will still be delicious, just not quite as neat.
    • Can't imagine this will be the case for many, but if for some reason, you don't like peanut butter, you can simply leave it out. 😉 
    • For the prettiest slices of this pie, refrigerate it for at least an hour and a half before slicing.
    4 photos of the stages of filling the crust for Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie

    Can you make it ahead?

    You can make two-thirds of this one day ahead of time, saving just 15 minutes of active work time, and and a little less than two hours of refrigeration time for the day you're serving it.

    Up to 1 day and at least 3 ½ hours ahead: Make the crust and chocolate-peanut butter mixture, assemble this portion in the pie plate, cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
    Two hours ahead: Make the meringue, add it to the pie, and torch or broil it. Refrigerate until you're ready to slice.

    Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie with one slice removed

    So next time you're in the mood for S'mores, rather than lighting up your fireplace or fire pit, and giving everyone foil, metal skewers, chocolate, marshmallows, and crumbling graham crackers . . . .

    Rich, creamy, and reminiscent of S'mores, make this Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie! It's seriously over-the-top.

    a couple of slices of Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie on white plates

    A few more mouth-watering pies:

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    • Butternut Squash Pie with Nut Crust
    • Pecan Crusted Caramel Pumpkin Pie
    • Orange-Key Lime Pie with Cardamom Crust
    Top view of a slice of Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie on white plate with fork

    I hope you find this as amazing as my family and I do!

    One slice of Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie on a white plate with fork

    Peanut Butter S’mores Meringue Pie Recipe

    Valentina K. Wein
    Peanut Butter Chocolate Meringue Pie is like one big, delicious S'more in the shape of a pie. It's an over-the-top dessert for any occasion!
    *If you want to make this gluten-free, use Gluten-Free Honey Grahams for the crust.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 40 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Refrigeration Time 2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 3 hours hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 438 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • ¾ pound (2 cups) milk chocolate, finely chopped or chips
    • ½ cup creamy salted peanut butter, at room temperature
    • 2 cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs about 12 whole graham crackers
    • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
    • ⅓ cup plus 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
    • 4 large egg whites

    Instructions
     

    • Make the filling. Scald the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Tiny bubbles will appear on the edges of the pan -- it should be very hot, but not boiling. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, pour the hot cream over the finely chopped chocolate and let it sit for about 4 minutes. Use a spoon to stir the mixture until the cream is fully incorporated. Then, add the peanut butter and stir until it's completely smooth. Set this aside and let it come to room temperature, about 20 minutes or so.
    • Make the crust. Meanwhile, add the graham crackers to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment and blend until they are finely ground. Add the melted butter and ⅓ cup of the sugar and blend just to combine.
    • Shape the crust. Pour the graham cracker mixture into a 10-inch pie dish. Use your fingers to gently press it down evenly on the bottom and edges, to form the crust.
    • Add the filling and refrigerate. Then pour the cooled chocolate-peanut butter mixture into the crust. Place this in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes. When the pie is almost done setting in the refrigerator, make the meringue. (See next step.)
    • Make the meringue. Fill medium-sized saucepan with a few inches of water and place it over medium heat, and bring the water to a simmer. Then in a heatproof bowl, that will fit snugly into the saucepan, combine the egg whites and remaining 1 cup of sugar. Place this bowl on top of the pan with the simmering water. Whisk constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is very warm, about 4 minutes. Now pour this into a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, or use an electric hand mixer with the whisk attachment. Whip until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 5 minutes.
    • Assemble. Remove the pie from the refrigerator and immediately pour the meringue on top of the chocolate. Use a rubber spatula to get every last bit, and swirl it around the top surface of the pie to make pretty patterns.
    • Brown the top. Use a small kitchen blow torch or the broiler to brown the sugar. If you are using the torch, simply turn it on medium-high and evenly go around until the meringue becomes golden everywhere you want it to. If you are using the broiler, keep a very careful eye on it. It will brown quickly!
    • Refrigerate and serve. Place in the refrigerator, uncovered, for about 1½ hours. Then slice and serve.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 438kcal
    Keywords desserts for a crowd, holiday pie recipes
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Trisha

      March 10, 2012 at 12:45 pm

      Thank you SO much for this mouth watering pie!!! We will definitely try it this week.
      You are just in time for Wed. 3/14 ("Pi" Day!!!).
      THANKS!!!!
      faithful follower (and Mathematician 🙂 ),
      trisha

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 11, 2012 at 1:28 am

        Thanks so much, Trisha! Thanks for being a faithful follower - I love it!! And I hope your pie is a big hit on the 14th! 😀

        Reply
    2. Im At Home Baking

      March 10, 2012 at 2:44 pm

      This looks wonderfully delicious!!

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 11, 2012 at 1:28 am

        Thank you, Rose!

        Reply
    3. Ambika

      March 10, 2012 at 4:54 pm

      The pie looks perfect!

      Reply
      • valentina

        March 11, 2012 at 1:29 am

        It's tastes pretty perfect, too! Thanks, Ambika! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Rikki

      March 11, 2012 at 3:46 am

      My jaw just dropped...I am in love!

      Reply
    5. natalie @ wee eats

      February 14, 2013 at 6:19 pm

      Oh. My. God.

      This dessert looks HEAVENLY.

      Reply
    6. David Scott Allen

      November 22, 2019 at 8:23 am

      What is it about the combination of chocolate and peanut butter that is so addicting? If I have one peanut butter cup, I want (need?) 10. Love the sound of this pie with a gram cracker crust and meringue - it’s one big Smore!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 22, 2019 at 9:03 am

        I completely agree, David! I would need even more than 10! It's the candy I used to request the most from my boys' Halloween loot. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    7. Marissa

      November 22, 2019 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Peanut butter and chocolate is one of my favorite flavor combinations. In this pie it's made even better with that crust and sky high meringue! Definitely a must try!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 22, 2019 at 12:26 pm

        Thanks, Marissa. It is "sky high meringue." I love that! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    8. angiesrecipes

      November 22, 2019 at 7:36 pm

      What a luscious and yummy pie! The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is just unbeatable.

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 23, 2019 at 3:07 pm

        Thank you, Angie! Yes, can't beat chocolate and peanut and peanut butter. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    9. Dawn - Girl Heart Food

      November 25, 2019 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      Yes! I do love all those things! S'mores...pie...pb! What a delicious combo!! I would love to have a piece right now...like, even for breakfast! What a lovely way to kick off the week 🙂 Pinned! Have a good one, my friend 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 25, 2019 at 1:25 pm

        Thanks, Dawn! Hope you're having a great week. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    10. David @ Spiced

      November 25, 2019 at 4:59 am

      5 stars
      Ah, Swiss meringue. Genius! I totally tried to make a smores pie the other day using marshmallow fluff. The taste was amazing, but you couldn't cut a slice of the pie to save your life. The fluff was too gooey. Swiss meringue to the rescue next time!

      Also, the addition of peanut butter here is making my mouth water...yum!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 25, 2019 at 2:22 pm

        Yes, David the meringue tastes like marshmallow. Hope you try and love it. Hard not to. 😉 ~Valentina

        Reply
    11. Ron

      November 25, 2019 at 5:17 am

      5 stars
      Yum, chocolate pie meets S'mores. But honestly, when I read the name I immediately thought of Reese's peanut butter cups. I read on though and now clearly see a S'more pie and a pie I'd like to be eating just now.

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 25, 2019 at 2:27 pm

        Thanks, Ron. Oh my gosh, one giant Reeses Peanut Butter Cup -- I love that idea! Might just be next up. 😉 ~Valentina

        Reply
    12. Jeff the Chef

      November 25, 2019 at 6:40 am

      This pie sounds perfectly delicious. Thanks for all the tips. It's always so good to know what can be done in advance.

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 25, 2019 at 2:27 pm

        Thanks, Jeff. Yep, steps ahead of time always help during the holidays. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    13. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      November 25, 2019 at 9:01 am

      5 stars
      Wow! This is an amazing pie! I love all your make ahead tips. I'll need to make two - it will disappear quickly in my house!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 25, 2019 at 2:29 pm

        Thank you, Kathy! It would be very dangerous around here if I made two. 😉 ~Valentina

        Reply
    14. 2pots2cook

      November 27, 2019 at 1:18 am

      5 stars
      Perfect kid friendly treat not only for holidays but for birthdays parties too ! Thank you Valentina 🙂

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 27, 2019 at 11:21 pm

        Thank you! It's a treat indeed! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    15. John / Kitchen Riffs

      November 27, 2019 at 8:10 am

      This looks wonderful! Love the flavors in this -- and very creative recipe. Thanks. And Happy Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 27, 2019 at 11:21 pm

        A Happy Thanksgiving to you, John! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    16. Liz

      November 27, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      5 stars
      Two of my kids and I would go nuts for this amazing pie!!! We're on team peanut butter desserts and this is a winner!! Have a terrific Thanksgiving! xo

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 27, 2019 at 11:20 pm

        Yay! Team peanut butter is the best. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    17. sippitysup

      November 27, 2019 at 4:20 pm

      I'm glad you got the memo! Pie is madatory tomorrow! Have a happy T-Gives... GREG

      Reply
      • valentina

        November 27, 2019 at 11:20 pm

        Thanks, Greg! A very happy Thanksgiving to you, too! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    18. chef mimi

      April 01, 2022 at 1:24 pm

      wow. I don't really make or eat sweets, but this looks incredible. I'll have to come up with an occasion to make it. Like Tuesday!

      Reply
      • valentina

        April 11, 2022 at 11:33 pm

        Ha! Yes, like any day! Thanks, Mimi. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply

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