Funky Monkey Pie
Indulge your sweet tooth with Funky Monkey Pie, a no-bake dessert that's as fun to make as it is to eat! This decadent treat boasts layers of rich peanut butter cream cheese filling, ripe banana slices, and a buttery graham cracker crust, all topped with a luscious chocolate ganache and a delicate swirl of peanut butter drizzle. Perfect for entertaining or simply treating yourself, this creamy, dreamy pie comes together in just 25 minutes of prep time, with no oven required. Whether you're craving a unique twist on classic flavors or a show-stopping dessert for peanut butter and banana lovers, Funky Monkey Pie is a crowd-pleaser that's irresistibly good. Decorate, chill, and serve up pure dessert bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.75 cup powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 medium ripe bananas
- 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (for topping drizzle)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for chocolate ganache)
Instructions
Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture has the texture of wet sand.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while making the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the peanut butter to the cream cheese mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Slice the bananas into thin rounds and arrange them in a single layer over the chilled crust.
Spoon the peanut butter filling over the banana layer, spreading it evenly to smooth the top. Place the pie back into the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours.
Make the chocolate ganache topping: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream in 15-20 second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the set pie in a decorative pattern.
Melt 2 tablespoons of peanut butter in the microwave for 15 seconds until runny, then use a spoon to drizzle it over the chocolate drizzle for a marbled effect.
Return the pie to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to let the toppings set before serving.
Slice and enjoy your Funky Monkey Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 307 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
