That’s right! Dreamy creamy Peanut Butter Cheesecake is on today’s menu. With a sweet Oreo cookie crust, a thick and fluffy peanut butter cheesecake filling, a drizzle of dark chocolate and a scattering of crunchy Reeses Pieces. Peanut butter lovers (like me) are going to be in heaven!
Best of all, this cheesecake recipe is completely no bake so there is no need to turn the oven on. I don’t know about you but I love a good no bake dessert – especially one this irresistible!
While the weather is cooling down somewhat over here in Australia, I’ve heard it is heating up in America! So for those who are on the hunt for a summery no bake dessert that is sure to please a crowd – this one’s for you!
Honestly, this Peanut Butter Cheesecake is divine. The peanut butter cuts through the sweetness of the cream cheese, the Oreo cookies add texture and the chocolate on top? Well that’s just an added bonus! You are welcome!
Today’s recipe is actually in honour of my friend Lynn from Fresh April Flours. While I have never met Lynn in person (one day) I can say that she is incredibly kind, generous and sweet and is an inspiration to me as a fellow food-loving blogger!
She makes awesome desserts (I have this Funfetti Biscotti on my to-make list) alongside healthy and hearty meals. And Lynn is expecting a little baby boy any day now so this is her virtual baby shower!
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There are a few lovely bloggers teaming up today to celebrate Lynn. I’ve brought Peanut Butter Cheesecake, Cate’s bringing cookies, Amy’s got the cake covered and Leah’s made scones.
The funniest part is the girls and I were discussing this party a few weeks ago and I was told the theme was orange. I figured they meant orange the colour so I came up with the theme of Reeses Pieces. I later found out that all the girls opted for orange flavoured recipes – oops. Sorry ladies! #oddoneout
Let’s Bake
No Bake Reeses Pieces Peanut Butter Cheesecake
No Bake Reeses Pieces Peanut Butter Cheesecake with an Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter cheesecake, a drizzle of dark chocolate and crunchy Reeses Pieces.
Ingredients
- 200 grams (approximately 20) Oreo cookies
- 60 grams (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
- 500 grams (2 and 1/4 cup) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 75 grams (1/3 cup) caster sugar
- 125 grams (1/2 cup) smooth peanut butter
- 240 ml (1 cup) thickened or heavy cream
- 150 grams (1 cup) dark or semi-sweet chocolate
- 80 grams (1/2 cup) Reeses Pieces
Instructions
- Crush your Oreo cookies (cream and all)Â until they resemble fine crumbs using a food processor. Melt your butter in the microwave and then add it to your Oreos. Mix together until it forms a wet sand-like consistency and then pour it into a 9 inch loose-bottom cake tin and press down to form one even layer. Pop it in the fridge.
- Next, add your cream cheese to the bowl of your mixer and beat for a minute or two until soft and creamy. Add your vanilla and sugar and beat again. Add the peanut butter and beat until the mixture is creamy and combined.
- In a separate bowl, add your cream and beat until soft peaks form. Add your whipped cream to the peanut butter cheesecake mixture and gently fold it through. Grab your Oreo crust from the fridge and pour the cheesecake mixture over the top. Smooth the top, cover and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours.
- Gently run a butter knife around the edge of the cheesecake and remove the edge of the cake tin. Melt your chocolate in the microwave and pour it over the top of your cheesecake and scatter over the Reeses Pieces candy. Cut into slices and serve.
Notes
Use a hot knife to cut through the cheesecake once the chocolate is set.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 slice Calories: 504
Josh says
Yum!
Shelly says
What sized cheese cake pan did u use?
Jessica Holmes says
Hi Shelly! My cheesecake pan was 9 inches wide – hope that helps!
Meghan says
Haha, well orange flavored things are nice too, but I think you made the right choice with the reeses pieces! Chocolate and peanut butter are the best thing ever, and this cheesecake is just so delicious looking!
Jessica Holmes says
So funny right? Thanks Meghan, I didn’t regret it despite the orange ‘mix up’
Amanda says
It is so hot here. A delicious, cool dessert like this would be perfect! And it’s awesome that it’s no-bake. It looks marvelous!
jessieholmes99@gmail.com says
Thanks Amanda, no bake recipes are so good in summer!
Kristy says
Chocolate and peanut butter is alwaaaaaays a winning combination for me – but chocolate, peanut butter AND cheesecake? Sign me up!
Jessica Holmes says
I know right? It’s a dangerously good combo!
Ashley says
Oh my word. I like you, Jess, but coming here is dangerous! I think if I made this I would sit right on down and polish it off in one sitting. I LOVE Reese’s Pieces! What a fun celebration!
Jessica Holmes says
Hahaha I feel the same way about your dessert creations Ashley! Thank you!
Mariana says
I love how your photos are all about the cheesecake. Simple. It looks divine, Jess.
Jessica Holmes says
Thanks so much Mariana!
Danielle says
What a perfect recipe to celebrate a virtual baby shower! I love no-bake desserts, especially when they involve peanut butter and chocolate. This looks delicious, Jess! The reese pieces on top are the perfect touch too.
Jessica Holmes says
Aww thank you Danielle! No bake desserts are the best! 🙂
Lucy says
My Mum and I would both LOVE this! We’re big peanut butter fans! I was so excited when Woolworths started selling the Reese’s choc bits. Yum!
Jessica Holmes says
It is definitely one for the peanut butter lovers! Thanks Lucy!
Lynn @ Fresh April Flours says
Hahahaha, ohhhh, Jess. You crack me up!! The funniest part is, though, that as soon as I saw the lineup of recipes, I immediately just assumed it was because I love all things orange– flavor, scent, and color! Seriously. You did perfect, and I LOVE that this is a no bake (TOO HOT!!) dessert that includes Oreos, cheesecake, and peanut butter. You can absolutely NOT go wrong with any combination of those things, so… Yes, thank you, for a most delicious shower treat! I can’t wait for you to come to the US and meet us and Joey!! <3
Jessica Holmes says
Aww you are so welcome Lynn! Hahaha! Oh I know, I laughed out loud. I guess I just like to think out of the box 😉 Hope you enjoy your virtual shower! xx
Amy says
I’m so glad you went for orange the colour because this cheesecake is too good to miss out on! I have a bag of Reeses Pieces left from our trip last year and I was wondering how to enjoy them in the most decadent way possible! This cheesecake is absolutely the perfect way to savour those treats in style 🙂
Jessica Holmes says
Thanks Amy! It doesn’t get better than cheesecake and candy! 🙂