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    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake

    Published: Jul 30, 2014 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Anna 37 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake - one amazing cheesecake that is no-bake and perfect for peanut butter lovers! Chocolate crust, silky smooth peanut butter filling and whipped cream topping make this no-bake dessert a real treat.

    Overhead shot of peanut butter no-bake cheeseckae sliced into triangles, one piece on plate.

    NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE

    It's the National Cheesecake Day!!! If you are new to my blog, you may not know that I am a HUGE fan of cheesecake. Our favorites include my Instant Pot Cherry Delight Cheesecake. So gorgeous! It's my very favorite dessert and also the very first one I learned how to make. It's the first dessert I served to my Hubby back in the day when we were still dating. It's the dessert I make for special occasions. If you do not feel like turning on the oven, you will love this no-bake version: creamy, luscious peanut butter filling on a chocolate crust and whipped cream topping. This No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake is very easy to make and perfect for your next get-together!

    Side shot of a slice of no-bake peanut butter cheesecake on plate with spoon.

    HOW TO MAKE NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE?

    • Prepare the crust and press into 8" springform pan.
    • Make cheesecake filling in a food processor (the best way to get a smooth texture for no-bake cheesecakes).
    • Refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
    • Make whipped cream and spread on top of chilled cheesecake.
    • Slice and serve.

    I also used my very favorite chocolate crust. It doesn't require pre-baking. It has four ingredients (graham crackers, cocoa powder, butter and chocolate) that you mix together, press into the pan and chill. It will harden and it will create the perfect base for the cheesecake filling.

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    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    Peanut Butter Cheesecake (No-Bake)

    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake

    Author: Anna
    No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake - one amazing cheesecake that is no-bake and perfect for peanut butter lovers! Chocolate crust, silky smooth peanut butter filling and whipped cream topping make this no-bake dessert a real treat.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 535 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    !for the crust:

    • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
    • 1 ½ Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 3 Tablespoons butter , melted
    • ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks

    for the filling:

    • 8 oz package of cream cheese , softened to room temperature
    • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
    • ¾ cup granulated (white) sugar
    • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
    • 8 oz container of whipped topping
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    for the whipped cream:

    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar

    Instructions
     

    !to make the crust:

    • Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 8" springform pan. Set aside.
    • Place graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder and in a food processor and process until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add the chocolate and process until the chocolate is broken into very small pieces. Add the melted butter and process until the crust comes together.
    • Scrape the crust into the prepared pan and press onto the bottom.
    • Place the pan in the fridge and chill while making the filling.

    !to make the filling:

    • Place cream cheese in a food processor. Process until smooth. Add peanut butter, both sugars and vanilla and process until everything is well combined. Scrape the mixture into a medium mixing bowl.
    • Gently fold in the whipped topping (or cream) with a rubber spatula, until no streaks remain in the mixture.
    • Scrape the mixture over the crust. Smooth out the top with an offset spatula.
    • Cover the pan with a plastic wrap, making sure it doesn't touch the surface of the cheesecake.
    • Place the cheesecake in a fridge and chill for at least 6 hours.

    !to make the topping:

    • Whipp the cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
    • Spread over chilled cheesecake.
    • Chill until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 281mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 840IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 1.3mg
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    1. Erin says

      October 14, 2014 at 12:35 pm

      Has anyone told you your comment form has gotten a little weird? Or maybe it's just me!

      And cheesecake with frosting on top! YES! Or sweetened whipped cream. Whatever. It's all good! 🙂

      Reply
    2. Holly Waterfall says

      August 06, 2014 at 8:09 am

      So smart to go no-bake with this one!! Definitely too hot for that. this looks amazing! beautiful pics!

      Reply
    3. Tara says

      August 02, 2014 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      What an elegant cheesecake!! It looks so delicious and psst....I want your dishes NOW!!!

      Reply
    4. katie says

      July 31, 2014 at 9:33 pm

      5 stars
      you had me at cheesecake... LOVE cheesecake!

      Reply
    5. Shaina Wizov says

      July 31, 2014 at 3:43 pm

      Your cheesecake looks stunningly perfect. Not to mention, I LOVE the plate you used too!

      Reply
    6. Liz says

      July 31, 2014 at 1:45 pm

      Haha...about no skinny recipes! I've had people come to my blog and be disappointed to find desserts! What the heck? 2/3 of my children love pb desserts and they're the ones who like cheesecake, too (the other needs to mature his palate ASAP!). I will have to treat them to your gorgeous creation!

      Reply
    7. CrunchyCreamySw says

      July 31, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks, Allie!

      Reply
    8. CrunchyCreamySw says

      July 31, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      Thanks, Allie!

      Reply
    9. Aimee Shugarman says

      July 30, 2014 at 9:14 pm

      Go big or go home, I love it!!!! This is a gorgeous cheesecake, PINNED!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 31, 2014 at 12:04 pm

        Thanks, Aimee! And thank you for pinning!

        Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 31, 2014 at 12:04 pm

        Thanks, Aimee! And thank you for pinning!

        Reply
    10. WillCookForSmiles says

      July 30, 2014 at 7:22 pm

      Peanut butter cheesecake simply rocks!! Love that it's "no bake!"

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    11. Lisa Longley says

      July 30, 2014 at 1:28 pm

      Go big or go home, ha! LOVE this!! Pinned!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        Thank you, Lisa!

        Reply
    12. Cate says

      July 30, 2014 at 11:59 am

      No Skinny Recipes, hahaha. That's great! Well I'm glad you went big b/c this looks incredible! And no bake - what a great summer dessert! We had similar ideas to go with PB cheesecake - PB is the best!! Happy Cheesecake Day!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        Thanks so much, Cate!

        Reply
    13. Lisa and Anna says

      July 30, 2014 at 11:29 am

      I love cheesecake too! Especially no bake with peanut butter!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        Thanks, girls!

        Reply
    14. Roxana says

      July 30, 2014 at 11:05 am

      Oh Anna, So happy you went big with this cheesecake! If you ask me, that's how a cheesecake sound be! Rich, smooth and screaming with flavor. And peanut butter with a chocolate crust? You can't go wrong with that!
      Thanks for joining us!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        THANK YOU so much for organizing this event, Roxana! So much cheesecake love - I want them all! 🙂

        Reply
    15. Becca says

      July 30, 2014 at 10:45 am

      That crust...I NEED!! This is gorgeous, Anna!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:05 pm

        It's my favorite, Becca! Thank you!

        Reply
    16. Heather @FrenchPress says

      July 30, 2014 at 10:31 am

      can I just say I love that this is no-bake that and it it just gorgeous

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:05 pm

        Thanks, Heather!

        Reply
    17. Carolyn says

      July 30, 2014 at 10:11 am

      Okay, I had to laugh at the go big or go home. My treats are sugar and gluten-free, but they sure ain't skinny, so I get that! 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks, Carolyn!

        Reply
    18. Sue says

      July 30, 2014 at 10:01 am

      5 stars
      I do love peanut butter AND cheesecake, so this is a win-win for me! YUM!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks, Sue!

        Reply
    19. grandbabycakes says

      July 30, 2014 at 9:16 am

      This looks so lovely and creamy!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:04 pm

        Thanks, Jocelyn!

        Reply
    20. wearenotmartha says

      July 30, 2014 at 8:49 am

      There's so much cheesecake awesomeness everywhere today and I love it. I definitely need to try a no bake cheesecake- this one looks so great!

      Sues

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:03 pm

        Thanks, Sues!

        Reply
    21. Katerina Petrovska says

      July 30, 2014 at 8:31 am

      WOW! This looks fabulous! Such a beauty!!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:02 pm

        Thanks, Kate!

        Reply
    22. Lindsay says

      July 30, 2014 at 8:13 am

      I love that one of your survey questions was about skinny recipes and they said no! I feel like my readers would say the same. 🙂 I LOVE this cheesecake! PB + no bake = happiness!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        July 30, 2014 at 8:02 pm

        Exactly! Thanks, Lindsay!

        Reply

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