Description
Hey, sweet dessert lovers! Are you ready to indulge in the decadence of a dessert that mixes delicious cheesecake, rich peanut butter, and everyone’s favorite sweet? Let’s take a look at the recipe below. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake recipe, a show-stopper that is perfect for parties, holidays, or any time you feel the urge to indulge!
Ingredients
To Prepare This Creamy Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake, You’ll Need:
- 2 cups of crushed chocolate crackers (for crust and crust; you can substitute gluten-free crackers if required)
- 1/2 cup butter that is not salted melting (for the crust)
- 16 1 ounces softened cream cheese (use full-fat cheese for the greatest texture)
- 1 cup of creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
- 3/4 cup of sugar granulated
- Half cup thick cream
- 1 1/2 cups of chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (divided by 1/2 cup to serve as topping)
- 1/2 cup hot fudge or chocolate ganache (optional though highly suggested!)
- Optional Substitutions:
- Dairy-free Make use of vegan coconut cream and cheese.
- lower sugar Switch granulated sugar for mango sweetener.
Instructions
How to Make Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake
Follow These Steps for a No-Fail Dessert:
1. Prepare the Crust
Mix in a bowl together the crushed Graham crackers, melting butter, until they are evenly coated. Then, press the mixture firmly into an 8-inch springform pan. Cool for at least 15 minutes.
2. Whip the Filling
Utilizing a hand mixer, mix the peanut butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture is smooth. Then, gradually add heavy cream and mix until the mixture is fluffy.
3. Fold in Reese’s Cups
Mix gently in one cup chopped Reese’s Cups. Spread the filling over the crust and smooth the top using the spatula.
4. Add Toppings
Sprinkle the remaining half cup of Reese’s Cups over the cheesecake. Sprinkle with chocolate ganache.
5. Chill or Bake
For no-bake: Refrigerate for 6+ hours. For baked bake: Bake at 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) for 45–50 minutes. Cool gradually in the oven.
Notes
- Ingredients at Room Temperature: Cream cheese should be softened so that there are no lumps.
- Crumb Hack Make the dough at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 minutes to add crunch.
- Clear Slices Put your blade in hot water prior to cutting.