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Peanut Butter Cheesecake

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  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This rich and creamy peanut butter cheesecake features a chocolate cookie crust, a luscious peanut butter filling, and a smooth chocolate ganache topping. It’s a decadent dessert perfect for peanut butter lovers.

Ingredients

  • 24 Oreo cookies (crushed into crumbs)
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix crushed Oreo cookies and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in sour cream and 1/2 cup heavy cream until smooth.
  5. Pour filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is almost set.
  6. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. To make the ganache, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream until hot but not boiling. Pour over chocolate chips in a bowl and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth.
  9. Pour ganache over the chilled cheesecake and spread evenly. Chill until set before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture.
  • Let all ingredients come to room temperature before mixing.
  • Chilling overnight gives the best flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://homecooksimple.com/peanut-butter-cheesecake/