EASY Vegan Peanut Butter Cup CHEESECAKES
A delightful vegan dessert combining rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate in a creamy cheesecake form.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 10 pieces Oreo cookies Use gluten-free Oreo cookies for a gluten-free option.
- 3 tablespoons Vegan butter Melted.
For the filling
- 1 cup Peanut butter
- 1 cup Coconut cream Well-chilled for best results.
- 1/4 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For the ganache and topping
- 6 ounces Chocolate Melted.
- 6 pieces Mini peanut butter cups For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the Oreo cookies and mix with melted vegan butter to form the crust. Press into the bottom of dessert cups.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, coconut cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spoon the peanut butter mixture over the crust.
- Chill the cups in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set.
Ganache and Serving
- Melt chocolate and pour over the set filling as a ganache.
- Top each cheesecake with a mini peanut butter cup.
- Chill again until the ganache is firm, then serve.
Notes
For a firmer texture, ensure your coconut cream is well-chilled before mixing. Try different types of chocolate for the ganache for varied flavors. Adding a pinch of salt to the peanut butter mixture enhances the flavor.