Description
A decadent and indulgent cheesecake featuring the rich flavors of Peanut Butter and chocolate, with a luscious cream cheese filling atop a graham cracker crust. Drizzled with chocolate syrup for the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
- 🍰 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 🧈 1/2 cup melted butter
- 🍫 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🧀 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 🍚 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🥜 1 cup Reese’s Peanut Butter, melted
- 🍫 1 cup chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- 🍫 Chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Crust: Mix crushed Graham crackers, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
- Add Peanut Butter: Gently fold in melted Reese’s Peanut Butter.
- Pour Over Crust: Pour the mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Sprinkle chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes. The center should be slightly wobbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Drizzle with chocolate syrup before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smoother mixture.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal and presentation.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for the recommended time to allow flavors to meld.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup just before serving for a delightful finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450