Measure the pretzels then crush them into fine crumbs in a food processor or by crushing pretzels in a baggy with a rolling pin.
1 ½ cup Pretzels
To the crushed pretzels, add melted butter, sugar, and ¼ cup chopped peanuts.
1 stick Butter, ¼ cup Sugar, ¼ cup Peanuts
Pour into a 9-inch pie pan and press into shape with the bottom of a measuring cup or spoon.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown and firm.
Cool before filling.
For Peanut Butter Pie Filling
In a separate bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
8 ounces Cream Cheese, ½ cup Peanut Butter, ⅔ cup Powdered Sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla
Fold in about ¼ of the Whipped Topping to start the process. Then once well combined fold in the remainder trying not to destroy the fluff.
8 ounces Whipped Topping
Pour filling into cooled crust.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 Tablespoons of additional peanut butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until easily stirred. Drizzle over the top of the filling.
Chill completely before serving. 2-3 hours or overnight.