Buckeye Pie is an easy no bake peanut butter and chocolate dessert. If you like buckeye candies, this peanut butter pie with ganache topping is a must try.

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Buckeye Pie

This rich and creamy Buckeye Pie is so decadent. The creamy peanut butter filling is amazing in the Oreo cookie crust. Everything is topped with rich chococlate topping.

Not only is this pie so yummy but it looks gorgeous. Each bite has delicious layers and comes together without much work.

If you love buckeye candy, try making Buckeye brownie bites and Buckeye Brownie Cookies for more delicious dessert ideas.

What is a buckeye pie?

Buckeye pie has all the flavors of classic buckeye candy. This pie has an easy to make Oreo crust.

The filling is a creamy peanut butter filling similar to the inside of buckeye candy. Then the pie is covered with a rich chocolate topping.

We like to leave a portion of the peanut butter filling showing. This will make the pie most closely resemble traditional buckeye candy.

Ingredients for buckeye pie recipe

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST: 

  • Oreo Cookies 
  • Unsalted Butter, melted 

PIE FILLING: 

  • Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature 
  • Creamy Peanut Butter
  • Powdered Sugar 
  • Vanilla Extract 

Topping

  • Milk Chocolate Chips
  • Heavy Whipping Cream

How to make buckeye pie:

FOR THE CRUST:

  • Step 1 – Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor. Or place them in a Ziplock bag and bash with a rolling pin until crumbs are formed.
  • Step 2 – Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter.
  • Step 3- Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. I like to use the bottom of a glass cup for this.
  • Step 4- Place the pie crust in the fridge as you make the filling.
Process photos of crushing cookies.

FOR THE PIE FILLING: 

  • Step 1 – Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until creamy. 
  • Step 2- Mix in the peanut butter until combined. 
  • Step 3 – Then slowly add in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time until thoroughly combined. The mixture should not have any lumps and be very smooth and creamy.
  • Step 4 – Mix in the vanilla extract. 
  • Step 5 – Pour the peanut butter mixture into the pie crust and smooth it out into an even layer. 
Process photos of combining peanut butter mixture.

The topping

  • Step 1 – Microwave the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a medium bowl. Melt in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is melted. 
  • Step 2 – Spoon the chocolate into the center of the pie and carefully smooth it out into a circle in the middle of the pie.  
Process photos of melting the topping
  • Step 3 – Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (or overnight).  Then the pie is ready to slice, serve and enjoy! 
Buckeye pie sliced on a plate.

How to store

Cover the pie in plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 5 days. If you have a pie storage container, this is another great way to keep the pie fresh in the fridge.

Buckeye pie ready to slice.

No bake buckeye pie Recipe Tips

  • We love leaving a visible border of the peanut butter layer around the edges of the chocolate ganache topping to give it the traditional buckeye look. 
  • Make sure to use full fat cream cheese. This recipe does not turn out the same with reduced fat.
  • Allow ingredients to soften to avoid lumps in your pie filling. It will blend together much easier.
  • Do not use all natural peanut butter for this recipe as it could separate and not mix well with the other ingredients in this recipe.
  • Microwave the chocolate topping in intervals. You do not want to risk burning the chocolate.
  • The pie needs to be refrigerated for at least 6 hours but overnight is best before cutting. Attempting to cut this too soon will result in difficulty slicing and they won’t look clean cut.
  • Allow the pie to come to room temperature for 15 minutes before slicing. This will make it easier to cut through the ganache.
  • If you do not have a food processor, crush the cookies inside a ziplock bag. You can use the back of a spoon or rolling pin to crush the cookies. Just make sure the bag is sealed properly.
  • Try to use good quality chocolate for making the topping. The results will turn out much better. You can taste the difference.
Buckeye pie sliced on a plate.

Variations:

  • Crust. We love the Oreo cookie crust but feel free to try other variations. More tasty ideas include chocolate graham crackers or a store bought crust.
  • Topping. Sprinkle crushed candy, sprinkles, nuts or anything you like on top of the chocolate. Just make sure to do this before the chocolate sets so that it will stick.

    While this will not taste the same as the classic Buckeye Candy, it will be so tasty and provide a new twist.
Buckeye pie sliced on a plate.

This is a crowd pleaser.

Try this easy pie recipe for a delicious treat everyone will love. The chocolate peanut butter combination is amazing. Friends and family will absolutely love this delicious recipe.

Buckeye pie ready to slice.

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Buckeye Pie

4.90 from 223 votes
Buckeye Pie is an easy no bake peanut butter and chocolate dessert. If you like buckeye candies, this peanut butter pie with ganache topping is a must try.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Refrigerate 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 901
Author Desserts on a Dime

Ingredients

FOR THE CRUST:

  • 25 Oreo Cookies
  • 5 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted

FOR THE PIE FILLING:

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1 jar Creamy Peanut Butter 16 oz
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 5 oz Milk Chocolate Chips
  • 3 Tablespoons Heavy Whipping Cream

Instructions

FOR THE CRUST:

  • Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor. Or place them in a Ziplock bag and bash with a rolling pin until crumbs are formed.
  • Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter.
  • Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. I like to use the bottom of a glass cup for this.
  • Place in the fridge as you make the filling.

FOR THE PIE FILLING:

  • Beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until creamy. 
  • Mix in the peanut butter until combined. Then slowly add in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time until thoroughly combined (no lumps). 
  • Mix in the vanilla extract. Pour the peanut butter mixture into the pie crust and smooth it out into an even layer. 
  • Microwave the chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is melted. 
  • Spoon the chocolate into the center of the pie and carefully smooth it out into a circle in the middle of the pie
  •  Refrigerate for at least 6 hours (or overnight).  Then the pie is ready to slice, serve and enjoy! 

Recipe Notes

We love leaving a visible border of the peanut butter layer around the edges of the chocolate ganache topping to give it the traditional buckeye look. 
Refrigerate leftovers, covered for up to 5 days. 
Make sure to use full fat cream cheese and that it has softened to avoid lumps in your pie filling. 
Do not use all natural peanut butter for this recipe as it could separate and not mix well with the other ingredients in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 901kcal, Carbohydrates 83g, Protein 18g, Fat 59g, Saturated Fat 22g, Polyunsaturated Fat 9g, Monounsaturated Fat 23g, Trans Fat 0.3g, Cholesterol 56mg, Sodium 493mg, Potassium 454mg, Fiber 4g, Sugar 63g, Vitamin A 723IU, Vitamin C 0.1mg, Calcium 90mg, Iron 6mg

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  1. I have tried buckeyes before and can hardly stop eating them once I start! This pie looks Devine. I’ll have to make this!!

  2. I have never tried buck eyes but would love to do so.I have to try this recipe.I wonder if this can be made with stevia.Us diabetics miss out on all the great treats.

  3. I have never tried it or even heard of Buckeye Balls or Buckeye Pie. I’ll definitely try it and no I wouldn’t do anything different. It looks yummy.

  4. 5 stars
    I have never had this pie nor the buckeye balls, but I love peanut butter so now this is on my Thanksgiving dinner list!

  5. 5 stars
    That sounds fab! Being English, I have never even heard of buckeye candy but I will certainly be trying this recipe, it sounds delicious

  6. I have this recipe saved to make after Thanksgiving. It sounds incredibly delicious. The only thing I will be doing differently is a little cheat by buying a ready made chocolate cookie pie crust

  7. 5 stars
    This is a delicious and easy pie.
    I use the premade pecan crust to have a little bit of a nutty taste along with the chocolate and peanut butter-:)

  8. I haven’t tried the pie or the buckeye balls yet. I might buy a ready-made crust though. I wonder what it would taste like with a graham cracker crust?

  9. Hi, I’ve never tried this recipe before. The only things that I would change would buy an already pie crust. Definitely would be trying this out.

  10. My parents are both Cleveland natives and buckeye candy is a staple when it comes to baking in my family. I can’t wait to try this pie recipe!

  11. 5 stars
    I’ve had buckeye candy, but not in pie form…it sounds amazing! Maybe add peanut butter chips to the top???
    Can’t wait to try…I’m so excited!

  12. This looks delicious! I will be trying this but will use a regular Graham cracker crust. Peanut butter pie was one of my favorite childhood desserts!

  13. 5 stars
    I’ve seen the recipes for buckeye balls, and I I’ve always thought about adding them to my Christmas cookie trays. But, this pie looks really good. My family is a huge fan of anything peanut butter. I think I will try this recipe. Thank you so much

  14. 5 stars
    I am off to the store to buy the ingredients to make this for Thanksgiving! There is a contest tomorrow that I am sure to win! I am thankful for you 💛

  15. I’ve never had Buckeye candy but this recipe sounds delicious. I’m going to have to give this one a try! It seems pretty straightforward. Don’t think I would change a thing.

  16. I haven’t made this yet, but will definitely be making for the holidays! Chocolate and peanut butter is the best combination!!

  17. 5 stars
    I can’t tell you how many buckeye balls I have made in my 56 years! My family loved them and I gave to friends as gifts. I love your recipe especially the cookie crust! Happy Thanksgiving!

  18. My grandkids love peanut butter and I am sure they would love this pie, I will give it a try! My Mother used to make the Buckeye Balls for us and we loved them so I know this pie has to be great too!

  19. This looks super yummy! I’d probably add vanilla to the oreo crust (LOVE vanilla!). I also would put a caramel drizzle on top with sea salt sprinkles. I’d also probably swap out the chocolate chips for chocolate icing (heated up in the microwave) or possibly some other icing (since there are a variety of chocolates to choose from)

  20. I can’t wait to try this recipe. My family and I love Buckeyes, but I hate how those little balls fall off the toothpick when I dip them in the chocolate. This pie recipe will be so much easier.

  21. 5 stars
    OMG! This looks so easy & delicious! My husband went to The Ohio State so I’m going to make this as a surprise dessert for tomorrow!! I’ll let you know how it goes over

  22. I’m going to make the Buckeye pie today so it will be ready for Thanksgiving tomorrow. It’s sounds great. I have tried buckeye balls before but this is the first I have heard of Buckeye pie.

  23. 5 stars
    I have not tried this pie – but it looks yummy!! Can never go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate.

  24. Buckeyes is one of my husbands favorite at the holidays. I will definitely be making this pie for him. Thank you for always sharing your recipes.

  25. 5 stars
    This looks delicious I’m going to save it and hopefully make it for Xmas. Might do a practice one before tho. Chocolate and peanut butter is the best combination

  26. This looks sooooo good. Can’t wait to try it. The no-bake my family will love, as I do tend to touch the oven to much. hehehe

    1. 5 stars
      I haven’t made this pie yet but it has to be easier than the “cups” I normally make every year for my loved ones. It looks delicious and easy to make!

  27. This looks so good! I make peanut butter balls every year for Christmas. Oodles of them. We’re a peanut butter and chocolate family. 🙂

  28. I have made a lot of Buckeye Balls but have never tried it in pie form. It does sounds delicious and different!

  29. 5 stars
    Looks so amazing. I love buckeye balls. But, we will most definitely, going to have this pie tomorrow, I’m out to Walmart. Lol

  30. 5 stars
    This recipe sounds so good and the picture is so enticing! Hard to not lick the computer screen! I made buckeye candies for several years long ago for a boss and his wife who are no longer with us, and this brought back lovely memories. Thanks for sharing this with all of us. Jane

  31. 5 stars
    I love buckeyes and can’t wait to try it. I I’ll try the chocolate filled oreos. Thanks for sharing. Happy Thanksgiving

  32. 5 stars
    Looking forward to trying the Buckeye Pie, Love your recipes, I made the Disneyland Square for Thanksgiving, looking forward to trying them, Happy Thanksgiving!!! Thanks for sharing your recipes.

  33. 5 stars
    OMG!! I am taking this with me for dinner today where there is a yearly contest! Win or not, this will always be in my recipe fine!!

    1. Don’t wait to make this! Super easy and delicious!! I didn’t win the contest but who cares! I got to eat this pie!!

  34. 5 stars
    Anything chocolate and peanut butter is a winner in my book! We call the traditional dessert peanut butter balls, but I will most definitely be giving this pie recipe a try!

  35. 5 stars
    I have not made this recipe yet but will be soon! The pie looks delectable and easy to make and what a bonus it’s no bake!

  36. 5 stars
    Always on the lookout for no bake recipes. This pie recipe hits all the check marks for favorite ingredients !!! Can’t wait to try!

  37. 5 stars
    Since I was busy rocking out all the EOAD recipes this Thanksgiving, I said, “why not?” on this one… even though I am a huge traditionalist when it comes to my Thanksgiving desserts. I figured… why not throw something out there that’s a little different. It lasted about 5 seconds HA! Since I do most of the cooking myself, I just didn’t have the bandwidth for the crust, so I cheated and bought ready-made Oreo crusts (don’t cancel me, please!). Next time, I will make the crust. The pie turned out great. PS. Please make sure you read the tips! I imagine it would not be the same if you use the wrong cream cheese and peanut butter.

  38. 5 stars
    The title didn’t get me to jump and look at the recipe but I’m glad I did: so easy to make, great alternative to my typical peanut butter balls, love love the added oreo cookies!

  39. 5 stars
    I have never had buckeye candy before but pretty sure I’d love it after making this yummy pie! Family loved it and requested another one. Easy to make too.

  40. i make buckeyes, for my husband, every Christmas and am intrigued with this recipe and the cream cheese PB combo cannot wait to try it

  41. 5 stars
    Buckeyes are one of my favorite treats, so when I saw this recipe, I knew I had to try it. This was absolutely delicious and did not last very long! I need to make 2 or 3 next time!

  42. I have heard of Buckeye Pie’s but have never had it! From looking at the description and the ingredients I am going to have to try this soon!

  43. Made this for the grandchildren for Thanksgiving. They gobbled it up! They couldn’t get enough.
    They asked that I make it for Christmas too!

  44. 5 stars
    I’ve made this pie but do not like chocolate and peanut butter together. My family does, I save some of the peanut butter mixture and eat that. It’s to delicious…..

  45. 5 stars
    I’ve never heard of this before but it sounds soooo good
    I’m going to be making this for Christmas parties. Thank you so much!!!

  46. 5 stars
    Whenever I see the word ” Ganache” in a recipe, I usually pass on by. I always thought it was too complicated for me to make. Your recipe makes it sound easier than I would have imagined.

  47. 5 stars
    I make Buckeyes and they are definitely a pleaser. I haven’t tried the pie yet. But, this will be made for Christmas dinner dessert

  48. 5 stars
    If I make this my life would be in danger as my husband would kill me to have it all to himself. We had eclair dessert for Thanksgiving, but this is on the menu for Christmas, for sure.

  49. We love buckeye candy. I believe I have all the ingredients except the Oreos . I’m going to make this. Can’t wait to try

  50. 5 stars
    I made many desserts for Thanksgiving, including my Karo Pecan Pie which is usually a favorite. But OMG! This pie is delicious & went so fast that I wish that I had made two! And I won’t be waiting on holidays when I make it again. I’m almost stingy about sharing it!!!