Description
A rich and creamy peanut butter cup cheesecake that combines the flavors of chocolate and peanut butter in a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter cups, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped cream gently.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top with chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups before serving.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
- Try almond butter instead of peanut butter for a different flavor.
- Use sugar-free powdered sugar if you want a lower-sugar option.
- For a richer taste, add a layer of chocolate ganache on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: peanut butter cup cheesecake, dessert, cheesecake recipe, easy cheesecake