This Peanut Butter Cup Icebox Cake is a no-bake dessert that’s easy to make and absolutely delicious. Layers of peanut butter filling, chocolate ganache, and chopped peanut butter cups create a rich and indulgent treat perfect for any occasion.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 🥛 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 🍬 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 🥜 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🍯 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 🍫 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 🥛 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Layers:
- 🍪 1 package (14 oz) chocolate graham crackers
- 🍬 2 cups chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
For Garnish (optional):
- 🍬 Additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- 🍫 Chocolate shavings
📝 Directions:
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the peanut butter, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until fully combined.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Icebox Cake:
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the peanut butter filling to cover the bottom.
- Place a layer of chocolate graham crackers over the filling, breaking them as needed to fit.
- Spread half of the remaining peanut butter filling over the graham crackers.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups over the filling.
- Drizzle half of the chocolate ganache over the peanut butter cups.
- Repeat the layers: graham crackers, remaining peanut butter filling, remaining chopped Reese’s, and the remaining chocolate ganache.
- Chill:
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to meld and the graham crackers to soften.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Before serving, garnish with additional chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and chocolate shavings if desired.
- Slice and enjoy your Peanut Butter Cup Icebox Cake!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 450 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- This icebox cake can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- For a fun twist, you can use different types of cookies for the layers, such as Oreos or Nutter Butters.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.