introduction
These Peanut Butter Pie Shooters are small, creamy treats that are quick to make and fun to serve. They mix peanut butter, cream cheese, and crushed Oreos for a rich bite. If you like peanuty desserts, you might also enjoy a warm bowl of coconut peanut butter oatmeal for a different peanut flavour.
why make this recipe
They are easy, no-bake, and ready fast. The shooters are creamy and have a crunchy Oreo base. They work well for parties, kids, or a simple sweet treat at home.
how to make Peanut Butter Pie Shooters
Make the peanut butter filling first, chill it, press Oreo crumbs with butter into small cups, then pipe the filling on top. Finish with more crumbs and a light salt sprinkle for a sweet and salty bite.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese (can use reduced fat)
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (or whipped cream)
- 16 Oreos, crushed
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Directions :
- Beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and beat until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Fold in whipped cream, or add liquid heavy whipping cream and continue to beat until the mixture gets a little bit fluffy.
- Refrigerate mixture until ready to serve.
- Stir melted butter in with crushed Oreos.
- Press 1 teaspoon of the crumbs into the bottoms of dessert shooter cups.
- Pour peanut butter mixture into a plastic baggie, snip the corner, and pipe into the cups on top of the crumbs.
- Sprinkle the tops with another 1/2 teaspoon of crumbs and add a light sprinkle of sea salt if desired.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
how to serve Peanut Butter Pie Shooters
Serve cold from the fridge. Place shooters on a tray for parties. You can add a small spoon or serve as bite-size desserts.
how to store Peanut Butter Pie Shooters
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Do not freeze, as the texture can change. Keep them in a single layer so the tops stay neat.
tips to make Peanut Butter Pie Shooters
- Use room temperature cream cheese so it mixes smoothly.
- Chill the filling so it pipes cleanly into the cups.
- Use a piping bag or a snipped plastic bag for neat filling.
- Adjust salt to taste for a sweet-salty balance.
variation (if any)
Mix in mini chocolate chips for texture or swap Oreos for graham cracker crumbs for a different base. Use crunchy peanut butter for more crunch in the filling.
FAQs
Q: Can I make the filling ahead?
A: Yes. Make the filling and refrigerate up to 2 days before assembling.
Q: Can I use low-fat ingredients?
A: Yes. Use reduced-fat cream cheese and lighter peanut butter, but texture will be slightly different.
Q: How many shooters does this recipe make?
A: It depends on cup size, but it typically makes about 12 to 16 small shooter cups.
Conclusion
For a full reference and original inspiration, see this Peanut Butter Pie Shooters Recipe – Pinch of Yum.