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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

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A rich and creamy cheesecake made with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Oreo crust, and topped with luscious chocolate ganache.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups Oreo Cookies (finely crushed)
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Unsalted Peanuts (chopped, optional)
  • 2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (melted)
  • 32 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cups Light Brown Sugar (firmly packed)
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 4 Large Eggs (room temperature and slightly whisked)
  • 10.5 oz Reese’s Miniature Peanut Butter Cups (chopped)
  • 4 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the Oreos in a food processor until fine crumbs, then mix with brown sugar, peanuts, salt, and melted butter.
  2. Pack the crust mixture into a springform pan and pre-bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugars and peanut butter, mixing until creamy. Incorporate vanilla and cream, then add whisked eggs one at a time.
  4. Fold in chopped Reese’s Cups before pouring the filling over the cooled crust.
  5. Bake the cheesecake in a water bath for 55-65 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven for an hour, then refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.
  6. Make the Ganache: Heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and stir until smooth. Drizzle over chilled cheesecake.
  7. Garnish with chopped peanuts and more Reese’s Cups before serving.

Notes

Let the cheesecake chill overnight for the best texture and flavor. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, peanut butter, Reese's, chocolate

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