Description
This Ultimate Reese’s Cheesecake combines creamy, rich cheesecake with the irresistible flavor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. A crushed Reese’s crust forms the base, topped with a smooth, sweet cream cheese filling and finished with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers looking for a decadent homemade dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1.5 cups Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, crushed (About 20 cups)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 32 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1.25 cups Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 4 Large Eggs
Chocolate Ganache
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Prepare and Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan to ensure the cheesecake doesn’t stick after baking.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups with the melted unsalted butter. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and continue to beat. Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition to avoid overmixing.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared Reese’s crust in the pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes until the edges are set but the center still has a slight wobble.
- Cool the Cheesecake: Once baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar. This gradual cooling helps prevent cracking. Allow it to cool completely in the oven before removing.
- Prepare Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let sit for 1 minute to soften the chocolate, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Finish and Chill: Pour the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to set thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps in your filling.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent a dense cheesecake.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven to help reduce cracking on the surface.
- You can decorate the top with additional chopped Reese’s cups before serving for an extra peanut butter kick.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Reese's cheesecake, peanut butter cheesecake, chocolate ganache, creamy cheesecake, dessert recipe
