Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling time)
Serves: 8
Difficulty: Intermediate
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Keto
kcal: 350 per serving
Introduction:
Indulge in the velvety richness of our Homemade Peanut Butter Cream Pie, a keto-friendly twist on a beloved classic. With a buttery almond crust, a luscious peanut butter filling, and a dollop of whipped cream, this dessert captures the essence of indulgence without derailing your low-carb journey. Whether you’re satisfying a sweet craving or impressing guests, this pie is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (sugar-free)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered erythritol
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Crushed sugar-free peanut butter cups (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, powdered erythritol, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a pie pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat together peanut butter, powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well combined.
- Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the cooled crust.
- Prepare the Topping:
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered erythritol and vanilla extract until it forms soft peaks.
- Spread the whipped cream over the peanut butter filling.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Before serving, optionally sprinkle crushed sugar-free peanut butter cups on top for extra indulgence.
Note: For a more intense peanut flavor, consider adding a few tablespoons of powdered peanut butter to the filling mixture.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Total Fat: 33g
- Total Carbohydrates: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
Enjoy the taste of nostalgia while staying true to your keto goals with our Homemade Peanut Butter Cream Pie. Explore more delectable keto recipes and embark on a tailored low-carb journey with the Custom Keto Meal Plan or the transformative 28 Day Keto Challenge.