Peanut Butter Reese’s Donut Sandwiches
A decadent treat combining chocolate-glazed donuts with a creamy peanut butter and cheesecake filling, perfect for any sweet tooth craving.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz softened cream cheese Ensure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
- ½ cup powdered sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- ½ cup creamy or chunky peanut butter Choose based on preference for texture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup crushed Reese’s cups Adds delightful chocolate and peanut butter flavor.
For Assembling the Sandwiches
- 4 pieces chocolate glazed donuts Pillow-soft and rich, perfect as sandwich base.
- ¼ cup peanut butter For spreading on donuts.
For the Peanut Butter Drizzle
- ¼ cup peanut butter Ensure it's smooth and easy to drizzle.
- 2 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired drizzle consistency.
Instructions
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar.
- Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in crushed Reese’s cups.
- Transfer mixture to the fridge and chill for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Donut Sandwiches
- Slice each chocolate glazed donut in half horizontally.
- Spread a layer of peanut butter on the bottom half of each donut.
- Dollop chilled cheesecake filling over the peanut butter.
- Place the top half of the donut on to create a sandwich.
Make the Peanut Butter Drizzle
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and milk.
- Heat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until softened.
- Stir until mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle over assembled donut sandwiches.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately for best texture while donuts are fresh.
- Optionally refrigerate for a firmer texture.
- Sprinkle extra crushed Reese’s cups on top for presentation.
Notes
Common mistakes include rushing the chilling time for the filling and overfilling the sandwiches. For healthier alternatives, consider whole-grain donuts or natural sweeteners.