Description
Creamy and indulgent No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust. Easy to make, no oven required, and perfect for peanut butter lovers!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo crumbs for chocolate variation)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp sugar
For the filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
Optional toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate ganache or syrup
- Crushed peanuts
- Mini peanut butter cups
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill while preparing filling.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the peanut butter mixture until combined.
- Assemble: Spread filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, or desired toppings before slicing.
Notes
- Use a springform pan for easy slicing and serving.
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Chill overnight for best texture.
- For a chocolate twist, use Oreos for the crust.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes