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Peanut Butter and Marshmallow Fluff Pie Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt

Special equipment needed:
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Pie dish

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff until well blended.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks.
3. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the whipped cream and mix until well combined.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff mixture until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
6. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until set.
7. Serve chilled.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Total time: 2 hours and 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
Refrigerate the pie at 40°F or below.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 8 servings.

Nutritional information:
Each serving contains approximately:
- 460 calories
- 33g fat
- 33g carbohydrates
- 10g protein
- 2g fiber
- 26g sugar

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter or almond butter.
- Marshmallow fluff can be substituted with marshmallows that have been melted in a double boiler.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with whipped topping or coconut cream.

Variations:
- Add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips to the mixture for added texture.
- Use a chocolate graham cracker crust instead of a regular graham cracker crust.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup or caramel sauce over the top of the pie before serving.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the heavy cream is cold before whipping it.
- Use a spatula to gently fold the whipped cream mixture into the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff mixture to avoid deflating the whipped cream.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to ensure it sets properly.

Storage instructions:
Store the pie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
This pie is best served chilled and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Top the pie with whipped cream and chopped peanuts.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup or caramel sauce over the top of the pie before serving.

Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Chopped peanuts
- Chocolate chips
- Chocolate syrup
- Caramel sauce

Pairings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Hot chocolate
- Coffee

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Grilled chicken

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pie does not set properly, make sure the heavy cream was whipped to stiff peaks before folding it into the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff mixture.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little more heavy cream to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate the pie at 40°F or below to prevent bacterial growth.
- Do not leave the pie out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Food history:
Peanut butter and marshmallow fluff pie is a classic American dessert that has been enjoyed for generations.

Flavor profiles:
This pie has a sweet and creamy peanut butter flavor with a light and fluffy marshmallow texture.

Serving suggestions:
Serve this pie chilled as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat for a special occasion.

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Taste: Rich, Sweet, Creamy, Nutty