Add the crust ingredients in a large bowl and still until well combined.
Press into the bottom of a springform pan and up the sides about an inch. Set aside.
Add the cream cheese, peanut butter, and vanilla to a large bowl or to the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes, or until light and fluffy. Stop to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl.
Add in the powdered sugar and beat to combined.
Add in the in the cool whip and beat on low speed until combined.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared springform pan and level the top with a spatula.
Top with the peanut butter cookies, chopped salted peanuts and chopped peanut butter cups.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Slice and drizzle with chocolate sauce and melted peanut butter before serving.
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Notes
For the perfect texture, use store-bought creamy peanut butter, not the homemade type that has a heartier and greasier texture.
Make sure to refrigerate the pie properly before serving, it is best served straight from the fridge.
Instead of using Cool Whip, you can make your own whipped cream to use in this recipe.