Description
Peanut butter cheesecake is a heavenly dessert that blends the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the nutty delight of peanut butter. Topped with a drizzle of chocolate and nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust, this indulgent treat is sure to impress at any gathering or satisfy your sweet cravings after a long day. Easy to make and customizable with various toppings, each bite delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Chocolate sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Firmly press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar. Mix in peanut butter and vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 125g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swirling in caramel sauce or incorporating crushed chocolate cookies into the crust. Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps and achieve a creamy consistency.