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Peanut Butter Obsession Cheesecake Bars
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Peanut Butter Obsession Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the rich flavors of peanut butter with these decadent cheesecake bars. A shortbread crust made with peanut butter cookies provides a crunchy base, topped with a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and finished with a layer of smooth chocolate ganache. The combination of textures and flavors is sure to satisfy any peanut butter lover's cravings.
Time Cook
25
Level
Intermediate
Calories
420
Allergens
Peanuts, Dairy, Gluten
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups crushed
Peanut Butter Cookies
120 Calories
1/2 cup melted
Unsalted Butter
100 Calories
1 cup granulated
Granulated Sugar
770 Calories
1/2 cup packed
Brown Sugar
375 Calories
16 ounces softened
Cream Cheese
320 Calories
2 large
Large Eggs
140 Calories
1 cup creamy
Peanut Butter
190 Calories
1 teaspoon pure
Vanilla Extract
0 Calories
1 cup powdered
Confectioners' Sugar
770 Calories
1 cup melted
Semisweet Chocolate Chips
600 Calories
1/4 teaspoon flaky
Sea Salt
0 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2
Prepare the crust by mixing the crushed peanut butter cookies, melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl until well combined. Press the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.
3
Prepare the cheesecake filling by beating the cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the peanut butter and vanilla extract.
4
Pour the cheesecake filling over the baked crust and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
5
Prepare the chocolate ganache by melting the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval. Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled cheesecake and smooth the top.
6
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before cutting into bars and serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt and a few peanut butter cups, if desired.
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