Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake
A delicious and creamy cheesecake featuring chocolate and peanut butter, perfect for busy moms and dessert lovers alike.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake
- 1.5 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs Add one at a time
- 1 cup Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, chopped Add more if desired
For the Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cups Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
- to taste chocolate syrup Drizzle on top if desired
Instructions
Prep & Bake
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter until moistened. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beat gently after each addition until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s cups.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door, letting it cool gradually for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Topping & Serve
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped topping over the chilled cheesecake, sprinkle with additional chopped Reese's cups, and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
- Release the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and serve.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and do not over-bake to prevent cracks.