Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecakes – Rich, Creamy, & Irresistible

These Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecakes are a dream dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. With a crunchy cookie crust, creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and a topping of chocolate and peanut butter candies, each bite is the perfect balance of indulgence and portion control. They’re fun, festive, and just the right size to satisfy a sweet craving without going overboard.

Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a decadent treat in mini form!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Portion-Friendly: Individual servings mean built-in portion control.
Decadent Flavor: Chocolate + peanut butter + cheesecake = heaven.
Party-Perfect: Beautiful presentation and easy to serve.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Chill until ready to enjoy.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, crushed)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz light cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Topping:

  • Mini Reese’s candies, chopped
  • Drizzle of melted chocolate or peanut butter (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.

2. Make the Crust
In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs with melted butter. Divide evenly among liners and press firmly to form a crust.

3. Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add yogurt, peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla; mix until creamy and well combined.

4. Fill & Bake
Spoon filling evenly over crusts. Bake 18–20 minutes, until centers are set but still slightly jiggly.

5. Cool & Chill
Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

6. Add Toppings
Before serving, sprinkle with chopped mini Reese’s and drizzle with chocolate or peanut butter if desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 190
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fat: 11g
Protein: 6g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

  • Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Ensures a smooth, lump-free filling.
  • Don’t Overbake: Cheesecakes should be slightly jiggly in the center—they’ll set while cooling.
  • Chill Thoroughly: At least 2 hours for best texture.
  • Get Creative with Toppings: Add whipped cream, crushed pretzels, or drizzle with caramel for extra flair.

Why This Recipe Works

By using a muffin tin, you get all the creamy, decadent goodness of cheesecake in perfectly portioned mini servings. The chocolate cookie crust pairs beautifully with peanut butter filling, and the candy topping adds both flavor and fun.

Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecakes are the perfect combination of creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey indulgence—all wrapped up in a bite-sized dessert. Whether you serve them at a party or enjoy one as a personal treat, these little cheesecakes are guaranteed to impress and satisfy.

Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecakes – Rich, Creamy, & Irresistible

Servings

12

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

18

minutes
Calories

190

kcal
Total time

2

hours 

40

minutes

These Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecakes are a dream dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. With a crunchy cookie crust, creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and a topping of chocolate and peanut butter candies, each bite is the perfect balance of indulgence and portion control. They’re fun, festive, and just the right size to satisfy a sweet craving without going overboard.
Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a decadent treat in mini form!

Ingredients

  • For the Crust:

  • 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, crushed)

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

  • For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz light cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • For the Topping:

  • Mini Reese’s candies, chopped

  • Drizzle of melted chocolate or peanut butter (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
    Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
  • Make the Crust
    In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs with melted butter. Divide evenly among liners and press firmly to form a crust.
  • Mix the Filling
    In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add yogurt, peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla; mix until creamy and well combined.
  • . Fill & Bake
    Spoon filling evenly over crusts. Bake 18–20 minutes, until centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
  • Cool & Chill
    Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  • Add Toppings
    Before serving, sprinkle with chopped mini Reese’s and drizzle with chocolate or peanut butter if desired.

Notes

  • Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Ensures a smooth, lump-free filling.
    Don’t Overbake: Cheesecakes should be slightly jiggly in the center—they’ll set while cooling.
    Chill Thoroughly: At least 2 hours for best texture.
    Get Creative with Toppings: Add whipped cream, crushed pretzels, or drizzle with caramel for extra flair.

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