🍫 Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake 🍰
This indulgent cheesecake features a creamy, dreamy base topped with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, whipped cream, and a drizzle of peanut butter and chocolate. Perfect for any peanut butter lover!
📌 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
½ cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake:
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup smooth peanut butter (plus extra for drizzling)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Topping:
2-3 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Whipped cream (for topping)
Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
🍽 Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the back of a spoon to press it down tightly.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
Add the sugar and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Add the peanut butter and mix until smooth and creamy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Bake the Cheesecake:
Place the springform pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour with the door slightly open. This helps prevent cracking.
Remove from the oven and cool completely on the counter, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Topping:
Once the cheesecake has set, top it with whipped cream.
Sprinkle chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top.
Drizzle peanut butter and chocolate syrup over the cheesecake for an extra indulgent finish.
Serve:
Slice and serve chilled! Enjoy the creamy, peanut butter-packed goodness!
👩🍳 Pro Tip: To make this even more decadent, you can add a layer of peanut butter ganache before topping with the whipped cream. Enjoy every bite!
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