Gluten-Free No-Bake Peanut Butter Twix Pie
A rich, creamy no-bake pie that captures the flavors of a Twix candy bar with layers of shortbread crust, smooth peanut butter filling, and chocolate topping. The shortbread cookie base provides the signature crunch, while the peanut butter cream cheese filling delivers indulgent sweetness. Topped with a silky chocolate and whipped cream layer, this dessert requires no baking and sets overnight in the refrigerator. Perfect for potlucks, summer gatherings, or when you want an impressive dessert without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shortbread cookie crumbs, like Lorna Doone, about 30 cookies
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperaturemascarpone1:1High confidence for richer flavorFull guide →
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 ½ containers Cool Whip, 12 ounces total
Instructions
- 1
Stir cookie crumbs and melted butter with a fork until combined
- 2
Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate
- 3
Chill crust until ready to fill
- 4
Beat cream cheese until smooth with a hand mixer
- 5
Mix in peanut butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until combined
- 6
Fold in one container of Cool Whip carefully, leaving some lumps
- 7
Spread filling into chilled pie crust
- 8
Melt semi-sweet chocolate in microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each
- 9
Stir melted chocolate until smooth
- 10
Mix in half of remaining Cool Whip with chocolate
- 11
Spread chocolate mixture over top of pie
- 12
Chill pie overnight or at least 4 hours before serving
Tips
Use regular peanut butter for best results - if using reduced fat, decrease sugar amount slightly to maintain proper consistency.
Chill the crust while preparing filling to ensure it stays firm when adding the creamy layers.
Fold Cool Whip gently to maintain light texture - some small lumps are normal and won't affect the final result.
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days
Can be made 1-2 days ahead - flavors actually improve overnight
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator, optionally with extra Cool Whip
Common Mistakes
Don't overmix Cool Whip to avoid deflating the light texture
Ensure cream cheese is fully room temperature to avoid lumps in filling
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use a different type of cookie for the crust?
Yes, graham crackers or vanilla wafers work well. Use the same amount of crumbs and adjust butter if mixture seems too dry or wet.
How long does this pie keep in the refrigerator?
The pie stays fresh for up to 3 days when covered. The texture is actually best after sitting overnight as flavors meld together.
Can I freeze this pie?
Yes, freeze for up to 1 month wrapped tightly. Thaw in refrigerator for several hours before serving for best texture.