Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake 🍍🥕

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Reese’s Overload : Every bite is packed with peanut butter cups, from the filling to the topping.
2. No-Bake Layers : The mousse and ganache require no oven—just chill and assemble!
3. Customizable : Add a pretzel crust, swap in dark chocolate, or drizzle with caramel.
4. Impress Your Guests : Looks gourmet but takes just 20 minutes of hands-on work.
5. Make-Ahead Friendly : Perfect for stress-free entertaining.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Serves 8–10

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos work, or gluten-free cookies)
• ¼ cup melted butter

For the Peanut Butter Mousse:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (use natural, no-stir for best results)
• 8 oz cream cheese , softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup whipped cream (or Cool Whip)
• ½ cup chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Pinch of sea salt

Toppings:

• Mini Reese’s cups , halved
• Crushed peanuts
• Sprinkles or edible glitter

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
2. Chill in the freezer while preparing the filling.

Step 2: Prepare the Mousse

1. Beat peanut butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Fold in whipped cream and chopped Reese’s cups.

Step 3: Layer the Pie

1. Pour the mousse into the chilled crust. Smooth the top.
2. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.

Step 4: Make the Ganache

1. Heat cream in a saucepan until simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and stir until glossy. Add sea salt.
2. Pour ganache over the mousse layer. Top with mini Reese’s cups, peanuts, and sprinkles.

Step 5: Chill & Serve

1. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm. Slice and serve chilled!

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Why This Recipe Works

• Texture Contrast : The crisp crust, creamy mousse, and silky ganache create a symphony of textures.
• Flavor Balance : Sweet chocolate and salty peanut butter are a match made in heaven.
• Reese’s Integration : Chopped cups in the filling and whole ones on top maximize that iconic flavor.

 

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