Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of a no-bake peanut butter cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luxurious peanut butter filling.
Drizzled with chocolate sauce and garnished with peanut butter chips and chopped mini peanut butter cups, this dessert is a peanut butter lover’s dream.
Perfect for any occasion or as a decadent treat, this cheesecake is as impressive as it is delicious, with no oven required.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes + 4 hours chill time
- Total Time: 4 hours, 35 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 1 TBS chocolate sauce, for drizzling
- 1/8 cup peanut butter chips
- 1/8 cup chopped mini peanut butter cups
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling (15 minutes): In a large bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully incorporated. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is uniform and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cheesecake (5 minutes): Spoon the peanut butter cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until set.
- Garnish and Serve (5 minutes): Just before serving, drizzle the top of the cheesecake with chocolate sauce. Sprinkle peanut butter chips and chopped mini peanut butter cups over the top for decoration.
- Enjoy: Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
This decadent treat is a testament to the allure of peanut butter and chocolate, combining them in a dessert that’s both easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
The key to success is ensuring each component has time to chill and set properly, resulting in a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging a sweet tooth, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. Enjoy the creamy, peanut buttery goodness in every bite!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
