Reese's Radiant Rhapsody Cheesecake
Creamy, dreamy, and studded with peanut-buttery pockets of joy—Reese’s Radiant Rhapsody Cheesecake is the kind of dessert that steals the show at any gathering.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Springform Pan
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Crust
- 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs finely crushed
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
Filling
- 24 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream full-fat is best
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter smooth, room temperature
- 15-20 pieces Reese’s peanut butter cups chopped, reserve half for topping
- 1 cup heavy cream for ganache
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
- 0.5 cup peanut butter chips for garnish
- to taste caramel sauce for drizzling, store-bought or homemade
- to taste whipped cream for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even crust layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar on medium speed until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until each is incorporated. Stir in the creamy peanut butter until the filling is uniform.
- Fold in half of the chopped Reese’s cups with a spatula. Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes until the center is mostly set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it reach room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
- For the ganache: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it simmers. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Drizzle the ganache over the chilled cheesecake. Sprinkle the remaining chopped Reese’s cups, scatter the peanut butter chips, and drizzle caramel sauce. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Chill overnight for the best texture. Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth filling. Press the crust firmly for a tidy base.