Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- Combine 1 ½ cups finely crushed pretzels, ¼ cup sugar, and 6 tablespoons melted butter in a 9 inch pie pan, mix well and press firmly into the pan. Bake in a 350℉ oven for 7 to 10 minutes. Set on cooling rack and cool completely.
- In a small saucepan bring ¼ cup heavy cream to a simmer. Once the cream comes to a simmer remove from heat, add 1 cup milk chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon light corn syrup. Cover and let set for about 2 minutes. Beat the chocolate, cream, and light syrup until smooth and glossy. Pour this over the cooled crust and refrigerate until the chocolate is cooled and set.
- In the meantime, prepare caramel layer. In a small saucepan combine ⅔ cup butter, ½ cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon light corn syrup, and ¼ cup heavy cream. Stirring constantly, bring this to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Cool to almost room temperature and pour over the chocolate layer. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of caramel sauce to drizzle over top of pie.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese until fluffy. Add 1 ½ cups peanut butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar. Beat until well blended and fluffy. In another large bowl, beat 2 cups whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into the peanut butter mixture. Pour over the caramel layer.
- Drizzle over the top of the pie with remaining caramel (heated slightly if needed), then drizzle with 3 tablespoons melted peanut butter, and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons chopped milk chocolate chips. Freeze for 3 to 5 hours before serving.
Notes
This pie is perfect for hot days and special occasions, offering a creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey experience.
