Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 12 oz white chocolate, chopped
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups (plus extra for garnish)
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
– Plastic wrap
– Chilling surface in your fridge
Step-by-Step Instructions
To make this tantalizing cheesecake, start by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter until nicely combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your springform pan to create a solid crust. This is the foundation for our cheesecake, so make sure it’s evenly pressed down! Once formed, bake the crust for about 10 minutes until it’s just set and fragrant, then allow it to cool. It should smell absolutely delightful during this process! (See the next page below to continue steps…)