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
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.
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David Hatts
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Sheraaz Khan
[email protected]The crust was a little too thick for my taste, but the cheesecake itself was delicious.
Sagil's Ramblings
[email protected]This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.
Layan Jibril
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it.
Uzzih Chinaza
[email protected]I had some trouble finding peanut butter cups, so I used Reese's Pieces instead. It turned out great!
Thabiso Mohlomi
[email protected]This cheesecake was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.
Jade Ndwandwe
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but I loved this cheesecake! The filling was sweet and salty, and the cheesecake was the perfect balance of creamy and tangy.
Parbati hotel And lodge
[email protected]This cheesecake was delicious! The peanut butter cup filling was rich and creamy, and the cheesecake itself was light and fluffy.
Shada Salfety
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! The peanut butter cup filling was his favorite part.
Irvin Romero
[email protected]This peanut butter cup cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.