No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake
This no-bake peanut butter cheesecake offers a rich, creamy dessert with bold flavor and effortless preparation.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand Mixer
- Freezer
- Spatula
- Tray
- Scoop
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup crushed cookies
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until evenly coated and slightly sticky.
- Press mixture firmly into a tray to form a compact crust layer.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add peanut butter, sugar, and vanilla, mixing until light and fluffy.
- Fold in whipped cream gently to keep the texture airy and smooth.
- Spread filling evenly over crust and smooth the surface.
- Chill until firm, then slice cleanly for neat, creamy servings.
Notes
For softer texture, chill less time; for firmer slices, refrigerate longer or freeze briefly. Keep mixture cool during assembly. Customize with chocolate, caramel, or nuts. Store refrigerated up to five days or freeze longer. Let sit slightly before serving for best texture.