Mini Peanut Butter Pie
This isn’t just any Friday.
I’m writing this post with tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat.
Since I started writing Created by Diane, I’ve met so many wonderful people, in real life and online. The food blogging community has brought me many joys, and sadly sorrow mixed within. Jennifer Perrillo who writes In Jennie’s Kitchen lost her husband Mikey on Sunday to a massive heart attack. I’ve been reading lots about Jennie this week. My heart is breaking for her and her girls. Jennie wrote a goodbye post in it she said what we could all do to help her healing process. Make a peanut butter pie and share it with someone you love. It sounds simple, I only wish she would have had the chance to make Mikey one last peanut butter pie. Today is a day to hold on tight to the ones we love and share a little pie with them.
Peanut Butter Pie Recipe (2 mini pies)
crust:
1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
1/4 cup crushed chocolate cookies
3 Tablespoons melted butter
Mix and place into pie plate and press onto bottom and sides
Filling:
1/2 cup peanut butter
4 oz softened cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup whipped topping
Beat all ingredients together and pour over pie crust.
Freeze 2 hours or until ready to serve.
Every time I think of Jennie’s tweet “He’s gone. Any my heart is shattered into a million pieces.” The tears just roll down my face.
Take a moment to tell the ones you love how much they mean to you, with or without Peanut Butter Pie.
Haniela says
Omg, Diane, this looks so good, I really want to dive in, it looks so creamy! Delicious.
Have a great weekend friend.♥
My Man's Belly says
I’m right there with you Diane. Beautiful post and gorgeous pies.
Eva Smith says
Beautiful pie for a beautiful heartfelt story.
Cathy/ShowFoodChef says
I so agree. That post was the hardest and most rewarding ever, choked up during all the prep. Love the heart on your pie. Sending love to you and yours 😀
Diane says
Hardest post I’ve written for sure.
Erin says
Love that you put a heart in the middle.
Paula - bell'alimento says
Just beautiful. Love the addition of the hearts. So appropriate : )
Diane says
Thanks Paula!
Sue says
Thanks, Diane, I just happened to read Jennie’s post, and then saw yours. The blogging world really does create ties that connect us, lovely post.
Diane says
It is so wonderful to belong to such a wonderful group.
Kelsey/TheNaptimeChef says
This is so sweet Diane, we all feel for Jennie during this tough time.
Diane says
We sure do.
Maria says
Love the heart! The pie is just perfect!
Diane says
Thanks Maria 🙂
Sue says
I’m sure Jennie can feel the love and support from all the sweet blog postings about Mikey’s favorite pie. Love the hearts:)
Diane says
I hope she can feel the support 🙂
Paula says
Love that you made this very special pie for Jennifer. Enjoy it with your loved ones Diane.
Diane says
I did Paula, it reminds us all to take some time an appreciate the time we have with them more 🙂
Ann from Sumptuous Spoonfuls says
A beautiful post with a beautiful message … thanks Diane.
Diane says
Thanks!
Tres Delicious says
The pie is mesmerizing and the peanut butter is great for that luscious pie. I must try this one.
Diane says
It was delicious, tastes like peanut butter ice cream 🙂
Diane says
It’s easy and delicious!
Tricia says
What a beautiful post! I also, love the addition of the heart to the pie. Thanks so much for taking the time to link up at the memoriam link-up. We sure are part of an amazing community!
Diane says
We sure are thanks so much for visiting.
Marla says
Beautiful PB pies Diane. What happened to Jennie is so tragic & really encourages us all to slow it down & LOVE 🙂
Diane says
It sure does Marla!
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says
Beautiful post, Diane. Your pies are so appropriately sweet looking, honoring Mikey & Jennifer, and reminding all of us to love on the people in our own lives.
Diane says
Thanks Brenda. What a wonderful community to belong to, love seeing everyone pull together on this project.
rachel @ sweettarte says
i love how your pies turned out! the heart is just too cute. what a wonderful community we have here.
Diane says
It truly is a wonderful community to belong to.
Kate@Diethood says
What a beautiful post. The pies are gorgeous… love that you added the hearts. My prayers are with her and her family…
Diane says
Thanks so much. I hope all the posts on peanut butter pie bring her some solace.
Angie @ Bigbearswife says
lovely post Diane! Love the little pies and the heart on top!
Jeanette says
What a beautiful pie as a special tribute to Mikey, and in support of Jennie and her girls. Such a tragic event that reminds us how precious and delicate life is.
Jennifer (Savor) says
Love your special ‘heart’ touch to this special pie
Dan says
looks crazy good – all of that cream cheeeeeese. I don’t know if my diet can handle it, tho – too many treats already 🙁