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Reese’s Cheesecake Recipe

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This Reese’s Cheesecake is a decadent dessert combining a rich brownie crust, creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and a luscious chocolate ganache topped with miniature Reese’s peanut butter cups. Baked in a water bath for a smooth texture, this indulgent treat is perfect for chocolate and peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

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Brownie Crust

  • 1 18.4-ounce box brownie mix (I used Betty Crocker Milk Chocolate)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 egg (slightly beaten)
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup peanut butter chips

Cheesecake Filling

  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (full fat, softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 14 miniature peanut butter cups (quartered)

Chocolate Ganache & Topping

  • 1 cup (8 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 34 miniature peanut butter cups (quartered)

Instructions

  1. Prepare pan and preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper cut to fit. Lightly spray the pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Make brownie batter: In a medium bowl, stir together brownie mix, vegetable oil, water, and beaten egg until just combined.
  3. Bake brownie crust: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35 minutes at 350°F.
  4. Add chips to warm crust: Remove pan from oven and immediately sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter chips evenly on top of the hot brownie. Allow to cool on the counter.
  5. Reduce oven temperature: Lower oven temperature to 325°F for baking cheesecake layer.
  6. Prepare cheesecake filling: In a stand mixer or large bowl with hand mixer on medium speed, cream softened cream cheese until smooth.
  7. Add sugar and vanilla: Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract; mix on medium-high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth, scraping bowl as needed.
  8. Add eggs: Reduce mixer speed to low and add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Avoid overmixing.
  9. Incorporate peanut butter and cream: With mixer on low, add creamy peanut butter and heavy cream; mix until fully combined.
  10. Fold in peanut butter cups: Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the quartered 14 miniature peanut butter cups.
  11. Prepare water bath and bake cheesecake: Wrap the springform pan in double layer aluminum foil. Spoon cheesecake batter over the brownie layer. Place springform pan inside a large roasting pan; carefully pour hot water about 1 inch up the side of the springform pan. Bake for 1 hour at 325°F.
  12. Cool cheesecake in oven: Turn off oven, crack door open about 1 inch, and let cheesecake cool for 30 minutes. Perform a wobble test—the center should slightly jiggle but not be overly loose.
  13. Remove and cool further: Remove roasting pan from oven and then take cheesecake out of water bath. Cool on counter for 1 hour before refrigerating overnight to set fully.
  14. Release from pan: After chilling overnight, run a knife gently around the sides and remove springform pan.
  15. Make chocolate ganache: In a heat-safe medium bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and ½ cup heavy cream. Heat in the microwave in 45-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth.
  16. Assemble topping: Pour ganache evenly over the top of the cheesecake and smooth gently. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 34 quartered miniature peanut butter cups evenly.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and softened cream cheese for a smooth cheesecake filling.
  • Do not overmix cheesecake batter to avoid cracking.
  • The water bath helps keep the cheesecake moist and prevents cracking.
  • The wobble test ensures the cheesecake is perfectly baked and will set while cooling.
  • Wrapping the pan in foil prevents water from seeping into the cheesecake during the water bath bake.
  • Letting the cheesecake chill overnight improves texture and flavor.

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