Description
This Reese’s Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert combining a chocolate graham cracker crust with a luscious peanut butter-infused cream cheese filling, studded with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Perfectly chilled, it offers an indulgent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust.
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs, 0.5 cups granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Press Crust into Pan: Firmly press this crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even layer.
- Bake the Crust: Place the springform pan in the preheated oven and bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove and allow it to cool completely before adding the filling.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1.5 cups granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Vanilla: Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture.
- Incorporate Heavy Cream: Gradually add 2 cups heavy cream to the cream cheese mixture while beating. Continue until the filling is light, fluffy, and fully combined.
- Fold in Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups: Gently fold the chopped 2 cups of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups into the creamy filling to distribute evenly.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the completely cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until fully set, before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake.
- Chilling time is crucial for the cheesecake to set properly; overnight refrigeration is better if time allows.
- You can decorate the cheesecake with extra chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups or a drizzle of chocolate before serving for added appeal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Reese's, Cheesecake, Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Graham Cracker Crust, Cream Cheese Dessert, No-Bake Filling, Chilled Cheesecake
