Reese’s Cheesecake Recipe
This rich and indulgent Reese’s Cheesecake recipe combines a chocolate graham cracker crust with a creamy, smooth cream cheese filling swirled with chunks of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Perfectly baked and chilled to silky perfection, it’s a decadent dessert that peanut butter and chocolate lovers will adore.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Crust Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
Filling Ingredients
- 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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust.
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until set. Remove and allow to cool completely before adding the filling to ensure it holds firm.
- Mix the Filling: Using a mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and continue mixing.
- Add Heavy Cream: Gradually pour in the heavy cream while beating the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth cheesecake filling.
- Fold in Reese’s Cups: Gently fold chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups into the batter, distributing them evenly without overmixing.
- Assemble Cheesecake: Pour the prepared filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours or until fully set. For best results, chill overnight.
Notes
- For an extra touch, garnish the cheesecake with additional mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups before serving to enhance presentation and flavor.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
- You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for the best smooth filling consistency.
- Use a springform pan to easily release the cheesecake after chilling.
Keywords: Reese's Cheesecake, Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake, Chocolate Cheesecake, No-Bake Style Cheesecake Filling, Holiday Dessert, Cream Cheese Dessert