Best 12 Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecakes Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Searching for a decadent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings? Look no further than the extraordinary chocolate peanut butter cup cheesecakes recipe from Tasty. This heavenly treat combines the lusciousness of creamy cheesecake, the richness of chocolate, and the irresistible crunch of peanut butter cups into an unforgettable dessert experience. With its smooth and velvety texture, this cheesecake is guaranteed to become a favorite among family and friends. So, embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets to crafting this exquisite dessert, which promises to be the star of any occasion.

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CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE



Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake image

Family and friends always ooh and aah when I bring out this tempting cheesecake after holiday dinners! Filled with peanut butter and cream cheese and drizzled with chocolate in a fudge crust, it's a showstopper. -H.L. Sosnowski, Grand Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

BROWNIE CRUST:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, chopped
FILLING:
1 jar (12 ounces) creamy peanut butter
11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
TOPPING:
3/4 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons sugar
Optional: Salted peanuts and melted semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter and unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in chocolate mixture and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to batter and mix well. Stir in chopped chocolate. , Spread 1 cup into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Cover and refrigerate remaining batter. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 17-19 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes; place in freezer for 15 minutes. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and sour cream; beat on low speed just until combined. Spread remaining brownie batter about 1-1/2 in. high around sides of pan, sealing to baked crust. , Pour filling into center. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until center is almost set. , For topping, combine sour cream and sugar; spread over filling to within 3/4 in. of edges. Return cheesecake to the oven; turn oven off and let stand for 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. If desired, top with peanuts and drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 calories, Fat 36g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: graham crackers, butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, peanut butter, confectioners sugar

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 graham crackers
7 tablespoons butter, melted
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups chocolate chips, melted
2 cups peanut butter, melted
1 cup confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • Place graham crackers into a plastic bag and crush them into fine crumbs with a rolling pin.
  • Pour the graham cracker crumbs into a bowl and combine with melted butter, mixing until the texture is like slightly wet sand.
  • Press the graham cracker crumbs in an even layer into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan. Refrigerate.
  • In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar and continue to mix until there are no lumps.
  • Add the vanilla and melted chocolate and mix until the color is even.
  • Pour the mixture over the graham cracker crust in the springform pan. Using a spatula or spoon, smooth the top. Refrigerate.
  • In a large bowl, mix together melted peanut butter and confectioner's sugar.
  • Pour mixture over cheesecake in springform pan. Use a knife or spatula to spread evenly and smooth the top.
  • Refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1069 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 82 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 52 grams

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cream cheese, sugar, flour, eggs, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, chocolate peanut butter cups

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup chocolate chips, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 chocolate peanut butter cups

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth.
  • Add eggs and mix until combined.
  • Fold in melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
  • Line a muffin tin with muffin liners. Place a peanut butter cup upside down in each cup.
  • Fill cups ¾-full with cheesecake mixture.
  • Bake 20 minutes, cool completely, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 22 grams

MINI PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ritz crackers, cream cheese, sugar, peanut butter, sour cream, vanilla, eggs

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 12 mini cheesecakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 ritz crackers
16 oz cream cheese
½ cup sugar
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Form peanut butter sandwiches with Ritz crackers.
  • Place them in the bottom of each cup of a muffin tin.
  • In a large bowl beat together cream cheese and sugar.
  • Then add peanut butter, sour cream, vanilla, 2 eggs, and beat again.
  • Pour mixture over each peanut butter sandwich until each cup is ¾ full.
  • Top with crushed Ritz cracker.
  • Bake for 22 minutes at 275°F (135°C). Let cool completely and then refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 8 grams

PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE



Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake image

I said I'd bring dessert to a holiday party and tried this recipe. I'm sure you'll agree it tastes as luscious as it looks! -Dawn Lowenstein, Hatboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup Oreo cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, divided
6 peanut butter cups, cut into small wedges

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar, cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat peanut butter on high for 30 seconds or until softened. Spread over crust to within 1 in. of edges. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour 1 cup of the filling into a bowl; set aside. Pour remaining filling over peanut butter layer. , In a microwave, heat 1/4 cup fudge topping on high for 30 seconds or until thin; fold into reserved cream cheese mixture. Carefully pour over filling; cut through with a knife to swirl. , Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. , Microwave remaining fudge topping for 30 seconds or until warmed; spread over cheesecake. Garnish with peanut butter cups. Refrigerate overnight. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 39g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GLAZE



Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cheesecake with Chocolate Glaze image

This cheesecake is a fresh take on a familiar combination. It's not too sweet and has a voluptuous consistency. The glossy chocolate glaze goes on like satin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 9h

Number Of Ingredients 12

Vegetable-oil cooking spray
1 cup finely ground chocolate wafer cookies (4 ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
4 ounces semisweet chocolate (55 to 61 percent cacao), finely chopped
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
Pinch of coarse salt
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
Chocolate Glaze

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Wrap bottom and outside of a 9-inch springform pan with a double layer of foil. Coat bottom of pan with cooking spray, and line with parchment. Spray parchment.
  • Stir together cookie crumbs, butter, and sugar in a medium bowl. Press mixture firmly into bottom of pan, and bake until firm, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on wire rack.
  • Filling: Melt chocolate in a bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Let cool. Beat cream cheese with a mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to low, and beat in sugar in a slow, steady stream until combined. Beat in salt and vanilla until thoroughly combined and completely smooth. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until combined after each addition (do not overmix).
  • Divide cream-cheese filling in half. Stir peanut butter into 1 half; stir melted chocolate into other half. Ladle 1 cup peanut butter filling into center of crust, and tap pan gently on counter to settle. Ladle 1 cup chocolate filling directly on top of peanut butter filling. Repeat, then switching to half-cup amounts, continue to ladle fillings into crust, alternating them until all of each filling is used.
  • Bring a kettle of water to a boil. Set cake pan in a large roasting pan, and transfer to oven. Carefully pour boiling water into roasting pan to reach halfway up sides of cake pan. Bake until cake is set but still slightly wobbly in center, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on wire rack. Refrigerate cake in pan until cold, at least 6 hours, up to overnight. Before unmolding, run a knife around edge of cake. Pour glaze over top of cake, smoothing with an offset spatula and letting it drip down the sides.

PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chocolate sandwich cookie, unsalted butter, nonstick cooking spray, cream cheese, large eggs, light brown sugar, creamy peanut butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, kosher salt, peanut butter cups, semisweet chocolate chip

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package chocolate sandwich cookie
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
32 oz cream cheese, softened
5 large eggs
1 ½ cups light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup heavy cream, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
24 peanut butter cups, chopped, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chip

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Add the sandwich cookies in a food processor and process into fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse several times, until the crumbs are moistened.
  • Grease a 10-inch springform pan with nonstick spray. Add the cookie crumbs, pressing evenly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until slightly puffed. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed until smooth. Reduce the speed to medium and beat in the eggs, 1 at a time, until smooth.
  • Add the brown sugar, peanut butter, ½ cup heavy cream, the vanilla, and salt and beat just until smooth, being careful not to overmix. Use a rubber spatula to fold in half of the chopped peanut butter cups.
  • Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 70-80 minutes, or until the top is light golden, dry-looking, and starting to crackle. The middle may still jiggle slightly. Let the cheesecake cool for about 1 hour, on a wire rack, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
  • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup heavy cream and the chocolate chips. Microwave for 70 seconds, then whisk until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • Release the cheesecake from the springform and transfer to a serving plate or cake stand. Pour the chocolate sauce over the top, spreading with spatula so it drips over the sides slightly. Sprinkle the remaining chopped peanut butter cups on top.
  • Slice with a warm knife and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 895 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 72 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 41 grams

CHOCOLATE & PEANUT BUTTER MOUSSE CHEESECAKE



Chocolate & Peanut Butter Mousse Cheesecake image

This no-bake cheesecake with distinctive layers of chocolate, peanut butter mousse and a silky ganache on top will take some time to assemble, but it's worth the effort to create a homemade dessert with grand-champion appeal-and definitely worth the wait. -JaNon Furrer, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (about 24 wafers)
1/4 cup butter, melted
MOUSSE LAYERS:
1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
5 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 milk chocolate candy bar (3-1/2 ounces), chopped
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
GANACHE:
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix wafer crumbs and melted butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and peanut butter until smooth; beat in confectioners' sugar. Fold in half of the whipped cream. Spread evenly over crust. Refrigerate while preparing the next layer., Place bittersweet and milk chocolates in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and milk; bring just to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread evenly over peanut butter layer. Freeze 2 hours or until firm., For ganache, place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature or until ganache thickens to a spreading consistency, stirring occasionally. Spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set. Remove rim from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE CUPS



Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cups image

Cheesecake in cupcake form with peanut butter and chocolate.

Provided by jordyn

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup butter
4 tablespoons white sugar
12 miniature chocolate-covered peanut butter cups (such as Reese's®), unwrapped
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar in a bowl until crumbs are moistened. Press into the bottom of each paper liner to form a crust. Place a peanut butter cup in the center of each crust.
  • Beat cream cheese with a handheld electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar, flour, and vanilla extract; beat well. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Spoon cream cheese mixture over the peanut butter cups and graham cracker crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set, about 20 minutes. Allow cheesecake cups to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 82.7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 237.5 mg, Sugar 28 g

HANNAH'S PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Hannah's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chocolate sandwich cookie, unsalted butter, nonstick cooking spray, cream cheese, large eggs, light brown sugar, creamy peanut butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, kosher salt, chocolate peanut butter cups, semisweet chocolate chips

Provided by Crime Scene Kitchen

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package chocolate sandwich cookie
¾ stick unsalted butter, melted
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
32 oz cream cheese, softened
5 large eggs
1 ½ cups light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup heavy cream, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
24 chocolate peanut butter cups, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Add the sandwich cookies in a food processor and process into fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse several times, until the crumbs are moistened.
  • Grease a 10-inch springform pan with nonstick spray. Add the cookie crumbs, pressing evenly into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, until slightly puffed. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric hand mixer on high speed until smooth. Reduce the speed to medium and beat in the eggs, 1 at a time, until smooth.
  • Add the brown sugar, peanut butter, ½ cup heavy cream, the vanilla, and salt and beat just until smooth, being careful not to overmix. Use a rubber spatula to fold in half of the chopped peanut butter cups.
  • Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
  • Bake the cheesecake for 70-80 minutes, or until the top is light golden, dry-looking, and starting to crackle. The middle may still jiggle slightly. Let the cheesecake cool for about 1 hour, on a wire rack, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
  • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup heavy cream and the chocolate chips. Microwave for 70 seconds, then whisk until chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • Release the cheesecake from the springform and transfer to a serving plate or cake stand. Pour the chocolate sauce over the top, spreading with spatula so it drips over the sides slightly. Sprinkle the remaining chopped peanut butter cups on top.
  • Slice with a warm knife and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 844 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 66 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 41 grams

BLISSFUL PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE



Blissful Peanut Butter-Chocolate Cheesecake image

When I think of this specialty cheesecake, three words come to mind: "decadent," "fun" and "delicious." One bite and I think you'll agree this dessert is pure bliss. -Julie Ruble, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

32 Nutter Butter cookies
1/3 cup butter, melted
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs, lightly beaten
PEANUT BUTTER MOUSSE:
1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons cold water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons sugar
2 egg yolks
GARNISH:
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
Chocolate curls and sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., Place cookies in a food processor; cover and process until fine crumbs. Stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of prepared pan; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the melted chocolates and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 60-65 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., For peanut butter mousse, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds. Stir and let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, heat the cream, peanut butter and sugar until bubbles form around sides of pan. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into the egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly., Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in gelatin mixture. Quickly transfer to a bowl; place in ice water and stir for 15 minutes or until cold and thickened. Pour over cheesecake. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan., For garnish, in a microwave, melt chocolate. Drizzle over cheesecake. Garnish with chocolate curls and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792 calories, Fat 59g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

MAKEOVER PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE



Makeover Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake image

No one will ever guess this decadently rich, firmer-textured cheesecake, originally from Sharon Anderson of Lyons, Illinois, has been lightened up. We promise! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) fat-free cream cheese
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, divided
6 peanut butter cups, cut into small wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray., Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat peanut butter on high for 30 seconds or until softened. Spread over crust to within 1 in. of edges., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in vanilla. Pour 1 cup into a bowl; set aside. Pour remaining filling over peanut butter layer., In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1/4 cup fudge topping on high for 30 seconds or until thin; fold into reserved cream cheese mixture. Carefully pour over filling; cut through with a knife to swirl., Return pan to baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., Microwave remaining fudge topping on high for 30 seconds or until warmed; spread over cheesecake. Garnish with peanut butter cups. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before you start. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Use a high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the taste of the cheesecakes.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter. Overbeating can make the cheesecake dense and crumbly.
  • Bake the cheesecakes in a water bath. This will help prevent them from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecakes for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help them set properly.

Conclusion:

Chocolate peanut butter cup cheesecakes are a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your cheesecakes rich and chocolatey or light and fluffy, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to please you. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give these chocolate peanut butter cup cheesecakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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