Peanut Butter Pie for 8 Servings

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Firmly press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish using the bottom of a measuring cup to ensure it is tightly packed.
3. Place the crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to lock in the structure.
4. Beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together on medium-high until the mixture is pale gold and completely smooth.
5. Mix in the maple syrup and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
6. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture using a spatula.
7. Pour the filling into the prepared crust, smooth the top, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
8. Before serving, whip the remaining heavy cream and top the pie with it, drizzling with melted peanut butter.