Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cookie Pie

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Combine flour, 3/4 cup chocolate chips, 3/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl; stir until well combined. Turn into an ungreased 9-inch pie pan and press into the bottom and up the sides to form a crust.

3 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes.

4 . Stage

Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar, peanut butter, 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon water, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer for 1 minute. Use a rubber spatula to scrape mixture into the cookie crust; press evenly to fill crust.

5 . Stage

Place remaining 1 cup chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove, stir, and microwave for 1 more minute. Remove and stir until smooth.

6 . Stage

Remove pie from the oven. Pour melted chocolate over top and spread with a knife to cover; swirl chocolate with a fork if desired.

7 . Stage

Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours. Let thaw slightly before serving.