Description
Indulge in this decadent cheesecake that combines the creamy richness of peanut butter with the irresistible taste of Reese’s cups.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups (about 8–10 pieces)
For the Ganache:
- 1 cup chocolate ganache (melted chocolate mixed with equal parts heavy cream)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of the pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla; mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Stir in peanut butter and heavy cream until smooth.
- Fold in chopped Reese’s cups.
- Pour filling over the crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 55-70 minutes, until set and lightly browned.
- Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour to cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Drizzle melted chocolate ganache over the cheesecake before serving.
Notes
This cheesecake is a peanut butter lover’s dream!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes