Description
A rich dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the indulgent flavor of peanut butter, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
- 1 cup sour cream (for topping)
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (optional for thinning)
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, warmed for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan, line the bottom with parchment paper, and wrap the outside with heavy-duty foil if using a water bath.
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, light brown sugar, melted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt. Mix until moistened.
- Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
- Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl on medium speed until smooth.
- Add the creamy peanut butter and granulated sugar. Beat until thick and fluffy.
- Mix in the 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt until blended.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed until combined.
- Pour the peanut butter filling over the baked crust and smooth the top.
- Place the springform pan into a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the outer pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes until edges are set and the center has a slight wobble.
- Cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour.
- Remove from the water bath and let cool completely at room temperature.
- Whisk together the sour cream topping ingredients until smooth.
- Spread the sour cream topping over the cooled cheesecake and chill for at least 4 hours.
- Warm the creamy peanut butter and drizzle over the cheesecake before serving.
- Release the springform ring, slice using a warm knife, and serve.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Avoid over-mixing to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg