Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie

by Dorothy Reinhold on December 12, 2017


Print This Post Print This Post Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie is a genius cousin to popular pecan pie. If you like peanuts, this is the pie for you!

Just in time for your Hanukkah dessert comes this decadent, delectable Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie. Say the words slowly, and you’ll conjure up the idea that this is like a pecan pie, only with peanuts, and better.

Chocolate. Chip. Peanut. Pie.

It was born from the same new cookbook that I featured the other day, from which we were gifted the memorable Hot Gooey Caramel Pie.

Yes, “Something Sweet: Desserts, Baked Goods, and Treats for Every Occasion,” by Miriam Pascal, is that kind of book — you’ll bake from it multiple times, you’ll drool while you page through it, and it has recipes that appeal to those who keep kosher and those who don’t. That’s pretty much everyone.

Miriam is not shy (nor should she be) about the charms of this pie: “Pecan pie is great, but why should the pecans have all the fun? If you’re like me and always enjoy peanuts, this is the dessert for you! While first making this dessert, and every time I’ve made it since, I couldn’t help but think, ‘This recipe is genius.’ I know it sounds a bit conceited, but when you make this, I know you’ll feel the same way.”

Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie recipe on ShockinglyDelicious.comConvinced? Hanukkah begins Sun., Dec. 12 this year, and continues until Dec. 20.

Let’s turn on the oven and celebrate the sweetness of the season.

Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie

Yield: Serves 10-12

Chocolate Chip Peanut Pie is a genius cousin to popular pecan pie. If you like peanuts, this is the pie for you!

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup dark corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup roasted salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 ready-made graham cracker crust, preferably chocolate
  • Garnish: chopped peanuts, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream (optional)

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together corn syrup, peanut butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add peanuts and chocolate chips; stir until evenly distributed.
  4. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
  5. Bake for 45 minutes. Filling may be slightly soft in the center, but it will firm up as it cools.
  6. Serve at room temperature. Garnish with chopped peanuts, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream, if desired.
  7. Serves 10-12.
  8. Pareve.

Notes

Serving temperature: You might think this would be even more delicious when served warm, but trust Miriam — it’s best served at room temperature, when you’ll get the optimal texture and maximum flavor. This dessert is very rich, so don’t be tempted to cut big slices.

Freeze: This pie freezes well in an airtight container.

Recipe source: Recipe and photo from "Something Sweet: Desserts, Baked Goods, and Treats for Every Occasion," by Miriam Pascal (Mesorah Publications, Ltd.; August 2015; $27.99).

https://www.shockinglydelicious.com/chocolate-chip-peanut-pie/

Hot Gooey Caramel Pie recipe on ShockinglyDelicious.comIf you like the idea of this pie, don’t miss her Hot Gooey Caramel Pie, which I featured earlier. I had suggested it as your second pie for Thanksgiving. It can be part of any pie arsenal you need in fall and winter!

Disclosure: The publisher sent a copy of the book for review.

This was originally posted Dec. 1, 2015, and has been republished today.

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{ 34 comments… read them below or add one }

Nutmeg Nanny December 12, 2017 at 4:36 pm

This pie is calling my name!

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Katerina @ diethood .com December 12, 2017 at 2:45 pm

I love this!! The perfect holiday dessert!!

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Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) December 3, 2015 at 8:18 pm

I love a warm pie like this one!

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Patricia@FreshFoodinaFlash December 3, 2015 at 5:59 pm

Both of these pies look absolutely yummilicious! And I love trying out new pie recipes.

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Dorothy Reinhold December 4, 2015 at 1:59 am

Patricia,
We all need a new pie in our life every few months, eh?

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Kristyn December 3, 2015 at 2:06 pm

This looks SO good! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

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Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie December 2, 2015 at 5:53 pm

I’m DYING over this pie! Yum!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:45 am

Becky,
I feel the same way!

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Jenny | Honey and Birch December 2, 2015 at 5:52 pm

This looks like the perfect holiday dessert!! Love it!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:45 am

Jenny,
It’s a people-pleaser!

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Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts December 2, 2015 at 5:44 pm

This pie looks gorgeous! What a great flavor too, nice change for December, sounds so good!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:46 am

Erin,
Yeah, not everything has to be pumpkin and peppermint, eh?

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Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet December 2, 2015 at 4:34 pm

Oh my goodness this looks soooo good!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:47 am

Kimberly,
Avert your gaze, avert your gaze! Oh, what the heck. Give in.

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Gerry @ Foodness Gracious December 2, 2015 at 11:39 am

Just give it all to me already!!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:47 am

Gerry,
Done.

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Trish - Mom On Timeout December 2, 2015 at 9:07 am

Chocolate and peanut butter – there really just isn’t anything better!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:47 am

Trish,
A classic combo, well crafted.

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Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet December 2, 2015 at 8:40 am

This pie look so decadent! I need a slice asap!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:48 am

Anna,
Let’s start with breakfast, shall we?

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Andi @ The Weary Chef December 2, 2015 at 8:03 am

I’m starting to love this pie! I love anything with chocolate and peanut butter! Looks really tempting!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:48 am

Andi,
It starts with a flirtation, and then moves quickly to full-blown love.

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Amanda | The Chunky Chef December 2, 2015 at 4:07 am

Chocolate and peanut butter are just made for each other and this pie is no exception… it looks fantastic!!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:49 am

Amanda,
They really are an enduring marriage.

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Michelle @ The Complete Savorist December 1, 2015 at 10:32 pm

This pie would be so at home on my holiday table.

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:49 am

Michelle,
I think people would swoon.

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Amy Stafford December 1, 2015 at 3:16 pm

That is one amazing dessert. It sounds so rich and decadent.

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Dorothy Reinhold December 3, 2015 at 5:50 am

Amy,
Right on all 3 counts!

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Michelle | A Latte Food December 1, 2015 at 11:21 am

This pie looks amazing! Peanut butter and chocolate is one of my favorite combos!

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Medeja December 1, 2015 at 10:45 am

It’s pie and candy in one! Looks very sweet and tempting!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 1, 2015 at 2:45 pm

Medeja,
You’re right…it’s a two-fer!

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Connie December 1, 2015 at 10:33 am

Personally, I am delighted to see this recipe. I can’t eat tree nuts but love the gooey pie concept of the pecan pie–this is perfect! Thanks for sharing!

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Lora December 1, 2015 at 10:24 am

I agree, this recipe does look genius. And absolutely tempting! So very nice for the holidays or any day you’re craving pie!

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Dorothy Reinhold December 1, 2015 at 2:46 pm

Lora,
This should definitely NOT be confined to the holidays.

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