Ingredients

  • 9-inch baked pie shell
  • 1 c. powdered sugar
  • 3/4 c. creamy peanut butter
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 2/3 c. sugar
  • dash of salt
  • 1/4 c. cornstarch
  • 1/2 c. scalded milk
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar

Method

  • Blend peanut butter and powdered sugar until crumbly; set aside.
  • Beat egg yolks until fluffy. Combine granulated sugar, salt and cornstarch.
  • Beat into egg yolks; gradually add hot milk. Mix well.
  • Cook over hot water, stirring constantly until filling is thick and smooth. Add butter and vanilla.
  • Fill pie crust with peanut butter mixture.
  • Pour hot custard over peanut butter layer. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff.
  • Spread over top of pie, sealing edges well.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool completely before serving.