Reese’s No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake

This easy Reese’s no-bake chocolate peanut butter cheesecake is smooth, creamy and loaded with peanut butter cups and a chocolate crust. Topped with a rich chocolate ganache, it’s the ultimate dessert for any peanut butter lover!

No Bake Reese’s Cheesecake

If you, like me, have wondered if there is anything better in the world than no-bake cheesecake, the answer is…this mouthwatering dessert! It has all the creaminess and deliciousness of a cheesecake recipe, but with the added chocolate peanut butter flavor of a Reese’s peanut butter bar.

In my opinion, there’s no better combination than chocolate and peanut butter. This no-bake chocolate peanut butter cheesecake dessert combines the two and tastes absolutely incredible!

Cream cheese and Reese’s spread combine to form a smooth, silky cheesecake, studded with chopped Reese’s cups and topped with a rich chocolate ganache. It’s impressive yet easy to make with no baking required!

How to Make No Bake Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake

I especially love this recipe because there’s no baking required! It’s the perfect treat to make during the summer when you don’t want to warm up the kitchen with a hot oven.

To start, make the chocolate graham cracker base. I like to use my food processor, but a plastic bag with a rolling pin works just fine too. You want the crumbs to be fairly fine, but it’s okay if they’re not all exactly the same size.

Mix the crumbs with the butter to make a mixture with the texture of damp sand, then press it into a 9-inch spring form pan. Then pop the crust into the freezer to firm up while you make the cheesecake filling.

The no-bake cheesecake filling is quick and easy to whip up, with just a few simple ingredients. Whip the whipping cream until fluffy, then beat in 2 teaspoons of sugar. Set aside. In a separate large bowl, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy. Then add 1/3 cup sugar, Reese’s spread and vanilla and mix until smooth.

Using a spatula, fold in the whipped cream until combined. Then gently fold in the chopped Reese’s to evenly distribute the candy throughout. Pour the filling into the crust and spread evenly. Freeze the cheesecake for 2+ hours or refrigerate 4+ hours, until firm.

Once the cheesecake has chilled and firmed, it’s topped with a gorgeous and luscious chocolate ganache. I’m always amazed that you can make something so delicious with just two ingredients!

Simply add the chocolate chips to a heat-proof bowl. Heat the cream in a microwave-safe bowl until boiling, then pour the cream over the chocolate chips. Let sit for a few minutes, then stir until chocolate is melted and smooth.

Let ganache cool for a few minutes (so that it’s not boiling hot), then pour over the cheesecake. Use a knife to smooth out the surface.

Then sprinkle chopped Reese’s on top of ganache and place in the refrigerator or freezer for 30 minutes, or until the ganache has cooled and become firm. When the ganache has cooled, it’s ready to serve. Just take a look at this gorgeous Reese’s cheesecake!

Tips for Success

• Chill really well. Make sure to refrigerate the filling for at least 4 hours (or freeze for 2 hours). I often make it the day before and let it chill in the fridge overnight. You want the filling to be firm to touch.
• Clean your knife in between slices. Use a sharp knife to slice the cheesecake and wash it off with warm water in between slices. The less residue on the knife, the cleaner the slice will be.
• Go over the top. More is better for this dessert! I like to cover the entire top with chopped Reese’s, so that each slice gets it’s fair share. The Reese’s lovers will thank you later :)

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