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Peanut Butter Icebox Cake

Peanut Butter Icebox Cake

The ultimate dessert for peanut butter lovers! This Peanut Butter Icebox Cake is rich, creamy, and easy to prepare. With layers of graham crackers, luscious cream cheese, and sweet hot fudge sauce, it’s the perfect treat for hot summer days. Make it tonight and impress your guests!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 18 oz graham crackers enough for three layers - you will need 4 sleeves (1 box plus one sleeve from a second box)
  • 1.5 cups hot fudge sauce
  • 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 20 oz Challenge cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cups peanut butter
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 16 Reese's full size, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs use leftover graham crackers
  • 2 tbsp Challenge unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Lay graham crackers in a single layer across the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish, breaking apart as necessary.
  2. Spread half of the hot fudge sauce on top of the graham crackers. Set aside.
  3. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese for 2 to 3 minutes on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. Add peanut butter and beat until combined.
  5. Add powdered sugar and beat until no lumps remain. Beat in vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in whipped cream. Fold in chopped Reese's.
  7. Spread half of cheesecake mixture on top of hot fudge sauce.
  8. Add a layer of graham crackers, remaining half of hot fudge sauce, and remaining cheesecake mixture. Top with another layer of graham crackers.
  9. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whip heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped cream on top of graham crackers.
  11. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a small bowl. Mix to combine. Sprinkle over the top of the cake.
  12. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours.
  13. Top with additional Reese's candy before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Tip 2: Freeze for up to 2 months wrapped tightly.
  • Tip 3: Serve with fresh fruits like strawberries or bananas.
  • Tip 4: Try different candies for a fun twist!
  • Tip 5: Use a sharp knife for clean slices.