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Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

This creamy and rich cheesecake combines the beloved flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, topped with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for an indulgent dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 and ½ cups of crushed Oreo cookies
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup of unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 packages 3 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 3 large 3 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup of heavy cream
For the Topping
  • 10-12 pieces 10-12 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped into pieces
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Chocolate sauce (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Making the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together using an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Add sugar and vanilla, mixing until well incorporated.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Finally, pour in the heavy cream and mix until everything is evenly blended.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over your cooled crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let it cool at room temperature for about an hour before transferring to the fridge. Chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  2. Before serving, sprinkle the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top. Drizzle with chocolate sauce and add a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Chill everything, and ensure your cream cheese is softened for a smoother mix. Avoid opening the oven door while baking to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.