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Reeses Peanut Butter Cup Mini Cheesecakes

These Reeses Peanut Butter Cup Mini Cheesecakes are irresistibly creamy and chocolatey! Perfect for parties or a sweet treat at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons Sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter melted
For the Filling:
  • 16 ounces Light cream cheese
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 Eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • ½ cup Reese's Peanut Butter chips
  • 12 Miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cups for filling and garnishing
For the Topping:
  • ½ cup Chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons Shortening

Equipment

  • Mini muffin tin
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). This ensures that your cheesecakes bake evenly.
  2. Line a mini muffin tin with parchment paper or mini cupcake liners.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted unsalted butter. Mix until well coated.
  4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each muffin cup, pressing down firmly. Bake for 5 minutes and then remove from the oven to cool slightly.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well. Then add flour, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  6. Fold in Reese's Peanut Butter chips into the cheesecake mixture.
  7. Place a miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cup at the bottom of each muffin cup. Pour the cheesecake batter over the top, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
  9. Allow cheesecakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave until melted and smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cheesecakes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother texture.
  • Chill the cheesecakes for best flavor and texture.
  • Add toppings like crushed Reese's cups for extra indulgence.