Reese's Cheesecake Delight
Discover the ultimate Reese's Cheesecake Delight, a rich and creamy dessert with a chocolate cookie crust and peanut butter cups. Perfect for parties and special occasions.
Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour
Chilling Time: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 5 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $20
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 3 packages cream cheese, softened 8 oz each
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 15-20 pieces Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips
- q.s. caramel sauce for drizzling to taste
- q.s. whipped cream for topping to taste
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
Stir in the peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
Fold in half of the chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Pour the batter over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
Bake the cheesecake for 55-60 minutes until the center is set and edges are lightly browned.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the chilled cheesecake.
Top with remaining chopped Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, peanut butter chips, caramel sauce, and optional whipped cream.
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother mix. Consider using a water bath to bake the cheesecake for an even cook and to prevent cracking. Don't overmix the batter to maintain a fluffy texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze individual slices for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 4mg