Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that perfectly balances the nutty flavor of peanut butter with the smoothness of cream cheese, all resting on a crunchy graham cracker crust. This indulgent treat is ideal for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to cozy weeknight desserts. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a cheesecake that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, followed by peanut butter and vanilla; mix until fully combined.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed until just blended. Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside for an hour.
- Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg