Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars, a decadent dessert that’s both creamy and rich. These bars blend the sumptuous tastes of chocolate and peanut butter, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet escape after a long day, this easy-to-make recipe will have you returning for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until crumbly.
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan and press the dough evenly into the bottom. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract and heavy cream.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg