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Reese’s Cheesecake – Decadent and Peanut Butter Packed

Reese’s Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Featuring a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, a chocolate cookie crust, and Reese’s pieces throughout, this dessert is topped with chocolate ganache and even more Reese’s for a show-stopping treat.
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Equipment

  • - 9-inch springform pan
  • - Food processor or rolling pin (for crust)
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
  • - Offset spatula

Ingredients
  

  • **For the Crust:**
  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs like Oreos, finely crushed
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • **For the Cheesecake Filling:**
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup chopped Reese’s cups
  • **For the Ganache Topping:**
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped Reese’s cups for garnish

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Crust:** Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
  • **Make the Cheesecake Filling:** In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add peanut butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  • **Incorporate the Eggs:** Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition. Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s cups.
  • **Bake the Cheesecake:** Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  • **Chill the Cheesecake:** Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set.
  • **Prepare the Ganache:** Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan or microwave until steaming, then pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  • **Top and Serve:** Pour the ganache over the chilled cheesecake, spreading it evenly. Garnish with chopped Reese’s cups. Chill for another 30 minutes before serving.