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Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup

Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup: Indulge in No-Bake Bliss

Indulge in a delicious Giant Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup made with creamy peanut butter cheesecake and a rich chocolate crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo cookies Or chocolate graham crackers if desired.
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Melted.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Classic shelf-stable variety is best.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Pure vanilla is ideal.
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
For the Topping
  • 4 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate Melted.
  • 4 ounces Milk chocolate Melted.
  • 6 pieces Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Chopped.
  • ½ cup Mini chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips can be used.

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • food processor
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush 24 Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Combine with ½ cup melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in 1 cup peanut butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fluffy.
  3. Whip 1 cup heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into peanut butter mixture gently to combine.
  4. Spread half of the peanut butter filling over the crust. Melt 4 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate and pour over the first layer.
  5. Pour the remaining peanut butter filling on top and smooth out. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Melt 4 ounces of milk chocolate and pour over the top. Sprinkle with chopped Reese’s and mini chocolate chips.
  7. Chill for another 30 minutes. Slice and serve chilled, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Press the crust firmly for the best texture. Melt chocolate slightly cooled for a smooth finish. Chill overnight for enhanced flavor.

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