No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe
If you love chocolate and peanut butter, you will enjoy this No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe. It is rich, creamy and easy to make. You do not need an oven, so it is perfect for hot days or quick desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar for filling
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings optional, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
- Mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan evenly.
Make Peanut Butter Layer
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Spread Peanut Butter Layer
- Spread peanut butter mixture evenly over the prepared crust. Smooth with a spatula for a nice even layer.
Heat Chocolate and Cream
- In a saucepan, heat heavy cream until hot. Pour over chopped chocolate. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
Cool Chocolate Slightly
- Let chocolate mixture cool for 5 minutes. This prevents it from melting the peanut butter layer.
Pour Chocolate Layer
- Pour melted chocolate over peanut butter layer. Spread evenly with a spatula for a smooth finish.
Chill the Cake
- Refrigerate cake for at least 2–3 hours or until set. Cover with foil or plastic wrap while chilling.
Garnish and Serve
- Top with chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings if desired. Slice and enjoy this rich, no-bake treat.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth filling.
- Press crust firmly for a stable base.
- Chill cake long enough for easy slicing.
- Use high-quality chocolate for rich flavor.
- Garnish with peanuts or chocolate for extra texture.