Peanut Butter Snickers Cheesecake Pie: layers of fudgy brownie, peanut butter cheesecake, and whipped topping make this gooey pie the best dessert.
The past few weeks I have been learning the value to saying no. I usually just can't say no when I am asked to do different projects.
You need 10 matching headbands for a wedding party this coming weekend. Sure, I will get right on that. 200 cupcakes for a party you are having. Sure, why not?
Ok, ok, those might be slightly embellished examples, but you get the point, right? I don't like to turn down requests for things that I know I can do.
So far in the last 2 weeks, I have said no to 3 large graduation cake orders and a hand-picked blog project. It was hard to say no because I knew I could do them.
I knew that I would be so stressed out trying to finish everything while decorating a wedding cake, packing for our family vacation, and making a batch of these No Bake Monster Cookie Dough Bites for the trip.
It really was in my best interest and my family's best interest not to take on that many extra projects.
There were a couple things that I thought long and hard about trying to fit in. I mean, when someone hand-picks you for a special blog job/project, you want to say yes immediately.
After weighing everything, I knew that I just couldn't put the time and effort into it. The email I got back from my campaign manager, saying how impressed she was that I would say no to something like this, reaffirmed for me that saying no to someone or something is okay.
Just a little life lesson that I had this weekend that I thought I would share.
Something I couldn't say no to this week, though, was this pie! Oh, my goodness!
Talk about decadent and delicious! This thick, fudgy brownie pie topped with peanut butter cheesecake with candy bar chunks, and a layer of Cool Whip, had my name all over it.
Well, one slice anyway. Remember the lesson in saying no? It really needs to apply to dessert. I ate way too many of these peanut butter cheesecake brownies the other day, too.
It's time to start saying no to the goodness that keeps happening in my kitchen. Well, after one or two bites that is! All in the name of recipe research, right?
How To Make A Snickers Cheesecake Pie
- Set out the pie crust 15 minutes ahead of time so it unrolls easily. Unroll the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges.
- Mix together the brownie mix, oil, water, and egg. Do not follow the box directions. The batter should be very thick and sticky. Spread it in the bottom of the pie crust and bake.
- Beat together the cream cheese, peanut butter, and sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat again.
- Cut an entire bag of Snickers bites into quarters and stir them into the cheesecake batter. Spread the mixture over the baked brownie and bake it again.
- Once the pie has completely chilled, top with Cool Whip, and decorate with chocolate sprinkles, chocolate curls, or more candy bars.
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Recipe
Peanut Butter Snickers Cheesecake Pie
Fudge Brownie pie topped with a peanut butter Snickers cheesecake and Cool Whip is a decadent and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Layer
- 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
- 1 - 9x13 box brownie mix
- ¼ cup canola oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 large egg
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 - 11.5 ounce bag Snickers Minis, chopped into quarters
- 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 tablespoons chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Let the pie crust sheet sit out on the counter for about 15 minutes. Remove wrapping and unroll gently. Press into a 9.5-inch pie plate and crimp edges. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, oil, water, and egg. Mix just until combined. It will be very thick. Spoon into the pie plate and spread out. Bake for 35 minutes.
- While the brownie pie is cooking, place the cream cheese and sugar in a mixing bowl and beat until creamy.
- Add the egg, vanilla, and peanut butter and beat again until creamy. Stir in the Snickers candies by hand.
- When the brownie layer is finished baking, remove it from the oven and gently spoon the cheesecake batter over it. Spread out very gently. Cover the pie crust edges with foil or a pie shield. Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for an hour. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours or until completely cooled.
- Top with the Cool Whip and sprinkles. Cut into 12 slices. Keep covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 220Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 116mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 9gProtein: 4g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Gloria @ Simply Gloria says
I have come to learn to say no...just the other day abut volunteering at school. Gosh, it sounds bad, but the lady didn't realize I was already there all week. So, I've come to reassure myself, it's ok to say no...even if it seems selfish. (But it's really not.) Rambling....
Any ways....I saw this on Pinterest this morning before I checked my emails. And this pie of yours just keep saying to me as what it did this morning..."Eat Me!!!!"
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I'm glad I'm not the only one who says no!! And it's ok, I ramble all the time too, ha! It was very tasty, so I think you need to do what the pie says, make one, and eat it!! 🙂
Jelli says
Drooling, pinning, and really wanting to hug you! This looks INCREDIBLE! You never cease to surprise me with outrageously creative & delicious combinations.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you for pinning!! It seriously WAS incredible! And thank you so much for your sweet words! It's always so good to hear that people are enjoying what I create!
Meghan @ The Tasty Fork says
Jocelyn, you've combined all of my favorite sweets in one dessert! This might be the only treat I'll ever need to make again 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I'm so glad to have made a dessert that makes you feel this way!! Yay!!!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
I'm officially the worst person at saying no. I feel so guilty, but yet really is it worth the stressed out madness? Probably not so I need to take your lead! And if I don't I'll just drown my sorrows with this yummy pie!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
You really should! At least once in awhile, to give yourself a break! 😉 And in between make something delicious to give yourself a boost...like this pie!! 🙂
Brenda @ SweetSimpleStuff says
It's so hard to say no sometimes ... just practice! Say yes to the important things ... like this pie 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, this pie is very important to say yes to!!
Tonia@thegunnysack says
Oh my goodness! Your pie is outstanding!! It's so true that saying no is hard! I hope you have a wonderful week!!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you very much!! You hope you have a wonderful week too!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
This looks too good to be true!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Oh, but it's not!! It was awesomely yummy!! 😉
carrian says
that looks crazy decadent, so obviously I love it!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you Carrian! I love it too 😉
Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says
I totally understand what you mean! Sometimes we just spread ourselves too thin. It is so important to say "no" sometimes!
Your pie looks delicious!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes it is important, I'm thankful to have just a tad bit of less stress this week 😉 And thank you!!
Stacy says
It took me years of overextending to finally learn to say the occasional no. That doesn't mean I don't ever get overextended any more and that don't feel guilty at the no though. But it does feel good sometimes to make the sane decision. Like making this pie. Wise choice! I've pinned it to my Recipes to Try board, as I know a few people who would adore this.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
I know I will keep saying yes and overextending myself in the future also, but I'm thankful I made these decisions now! It does feel good to make the sane decision! 😉 And thank you so very much for pinning my recipe! I love to hear that people are making and enjoying my creations!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
Saying no is so difficult sometimes, especially when it comes to a blog project or baking project. Good for you for evaluating your life and realizing what will totally stress you out. I need to do that more 🙂
This pie sounds amazing. Would totally take the stress away!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you Aimee!! They were hard choices to make, but I'm glad I did it! And yes, this pie helped a lot!
Liz says
This looks amazing Jocelyn! Wouldn't mind a slice of it right about now! 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you so much! I wish I could virtually give you a piece right now 😉
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Good for you for saying no! I could take a lesson 🙂 There are always so many things to say yes to, and then I feel guilty when I do say no, so I say yes, a bit too much. It's always works out but as you said, you can do without the stress!
Your pie combines pretty much all dessert elements in one from choc to PB, Snickers to cheesecake. All the bases are covered!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, less stress is definitely something we could all do without. I'm glad it always works out for you! And you're right! I think this pie covers most of those delicious bases!! 😉
Nancy P@thebittersideofsweet says
This pie looks absolutely amazing! I have a hard time saying no to sweets! Everything in moderation!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Yes, moderation is key! I need to constantly remind myself about that 😉
Tieghan says
I am with you, I can not say no. Especially to anything family or blog related.
This pie looks so good, I would not say no to making this. That is for sure!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
It IS so hard!! And thank you!! I couldn't stop saying Mmmm as I devoured my piece!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
This pie looks so insanely decadent Jocelyn! All in a very, very good way 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you so very much!!
Meghan says
Dear Lord woman! How am I ever going to turn down making this??? Must. Get. Ingredients...IMMEDIATELY!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Don't even try to turn it down, just bake and eat!!! and then repeat 🙂
Dru @ Teenage Cakeland says
I have a hard time saying no, too. I always feel like I have too much on my plate! But this pie is one thing on my plate I definitely not say no to.
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Having too much to do is definitely not fun! But eating this pie can hep, you should try it sometime!!!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I am the poster child for not saying no! The weight of it is crushing sometimes. I need to take your lesson to heart! LOVE the pie!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
It really is!! And thank you very much!! The pie was so yummy!
Renee @ Awesome on $20 says
This is completely insane! So perfectly, wonderfully, completely insane! I love it!
Jocelyn Brubaker says
Thank you so much!! It was truly delicious!