Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cheesecake
This no-bake cheesecake combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter for a delightful dessert that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 15.27 ounces Nutter Butter Cookies (1 family-size package; about 24 cookies) About 433 grams
- ¼ cup unsalted butter 57 grams, ½ stick
For the filling
- 20 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 2½ bricks, 567 grams
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup 18 grams
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips 170 grams
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter 270 grams
For garnish
- Whipped cream
- Crumpled cookies
- Chopped peanut butter candies
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bag, crush the Nutter Butter cookies using a rolling pin or a food processor until they become fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a large bowl.
- Melt the butter in the microwave and pour it over the cookie crumbs. Stir with a rubber spatula until well combined.
- Press the cookie mixture into a springform pan lined with parchment paper to form the crust. Place the pan in the refrigerator so the crust can set while you prepare the filling.
Filling
- In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese with the vanilla and chocolate syrup until smooth.
- Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave for about 1 minute, then mix them with the peanut butter and add to the cream cheese mixture. Whisk everything together until creamy.
Assembly
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust and spread it evenly. Allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
Serving
- Once the cheesecake is chilled, carefully use a smooth, flat knife to slide between the cheesecake and the pan to separate. Remove the outer part of the pan and lift the cheesecake out, discarding the parchment paper liner.
- Garnish with whipped cream, crumbled cookies, and chopped peanut butter candies. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. You can use any brand of cookies for the crust, but Nutter Butters add great flavor. Experiment with toppings like crushed nuts, caramel sauce, or fresh berries to customize your cheesecake!