Shelly's Recipe

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHEESE PIE

Category: Pies - Cream and Custard

1/4 c. plus 2 T. chopped unsalted peanuts, divided
1 prepared chocolate crumb crust (6 oz.)
2 T. caramel topping, divided
1 pkg. (11 oz.) peanut butter and milk chocolate morsels
1/4 c. milk
1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1/4 c. confectioners sugar
1 1/2 c. whipped topping

Sprinkle 1/4 c. peanuts onto bottom of pie crust. Drizzle with 1 tbsp caramel topping. Combine morsels and milk in an uncovered microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium-high power for 45 seconds; stir. Morsels may retain some of their shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10-15 second intervals, stirring until smooth.

In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Beat in chocolate mixture. Add whipped topping and stir vigorously until smooth. Spoon into prepared pie crust and swirl top. Sprinkle with remaining peanuts and drizzle with remaining caramel topping. Cover; refrigerate for at least 1 hour.