Description
Indulge in the heavenly combination of chocolate and peanut butter with this Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake. This decadent dessert features a crunchy chocolate chip cookie base, a rich and creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and a luscious chocolate topping adorned with mini Reese’s cups. It’s a dream come true for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
For the Base:
1 1/2 cups chocolate chip cookie crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
For the Topping:
1 cup semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan’s bottom and refrigerate.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add peanut butter and vanilla, beat until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- Pour filling over the base and bake for 45-50 minutes. Cool and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
- For the topping, heat cream until near boiling, pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth.
- Spread chocolate topping over cheesecake and decorate with mini Reese’s cups.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling.
Run a knife around the cheesecake’s edge before releasing the springform for easy removal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American