Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate, and nutty peanut butter, all layered on a crunchy Oreo crust. These bars are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights at home. With their irresistible taste and easy preparation, they will quickly become a favorite dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreos (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush Oreos into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla.
- Pour half the mixture over the crust, spreading evenly. Add dollops of the remaining mixture and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes; edges should be set but center slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled or topped with whipped cream or crushed peanuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg