Description
A rich, dreamy dessert that combines everything you love about cheesecake and candy bars. This White Chocolate Reese’s Dream Cheesecake features a velvety white chocolate cheesecake base loaded with chunks of Reese’s, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a gorgeous topping of caramel, milk chocolate drizzle, and whipped cream. It’s the ultimate treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. Whether you’re looking for an easy dessert idea, birthday indulgence, or impressive dinner party finale—this easy recipe is a must-try in your list of food ideas and dessert favorites.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
24 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup white chocolate chips melted
1 ½ cups mini Reese’s cups chopped and divided
½ cup caramel sauce
½ cup milk chocolate melted
1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined and press into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes then cool.
2. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
3. Stir in melted white chocolate until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time mixing gently on low speed.
5. Fold in half of the chopped Reese’s cups.
6. Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust and tap pan gently to remove air bubbles.
7. Bake using a water bath for 55–65 minutes until the center slightly jiggles.
8. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with the door cracked for 1 hour.
9. Cool completely then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
10. Top with remaining Reese’s pieces, drizzle caramel and melted chocolate, and decorate with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
Always use full-fat block cream cheese for the creamiest cheesecake texture.
Let the cheesecake chill overnight for the best flavor and clean slices.
A water bath helps prevent cracks and ensures the cheesecake bakes evenly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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