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Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Peanut Butter Cheesecake

This delectable Peanut Butter Cheesecake is sure to impress with its creamy flavor and smooth texture, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
Topping
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (for drizzling)

Equipment

  • Springform Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter and sugar, mixing until creamy.
  4. Add vanilla and beat in the eggs one at a time. Scrape the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55–60 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
  6. Allow the cheesecake to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Spread sour cream on top and drizzle with melted peanut butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 9gFat: 37g

Notes

Customize your cheesecake by adding chocolate cookies to the crust or mixing in chocolate chips. Drizzle chocolate or caramel sauce for extra richness.

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