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Decadent Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe

Decadent Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe


  • Author: teprod
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in a heavenly slice of this luscious peanut butter cheesecake. The rich, creamy filling is nestled atop a crunchy graham cracker crust and crowned with a silky smooth chocolate ganache. This irresistible dessert is perfect for peanut butter lovers and is sure to impress your guests.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press mixture into a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in 1/3 cup heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour filling over crust. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely.
  4. For the ganache, microwave chocolate chips and 1/4 cup heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spread over cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  • To prevent cracking, avoid overbaking and cool the cheesecake gradually.
  • Garnish with chopped peanuts or a drizzle of melted peanut butter for added flair.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg