Peanut Butter Cheesecake Baking (Print)

Rich peanut butter cheesecake with chocolate drizzle on a buttery crust—smooth, creamy, and perfect for dessert.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 190 grams graham cracker crumbs
02 - 50 grams granulated sugar
03 - 115 grams unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

04 - 680 grams cream cheese, softened
05 - 240 grams creamy peanut butter
06 - 200 grams granulated sugar
07 - 120 grams sour cream
08 - 3 large eggs
09 - 5 millilitres vanilla extract

→ Topping (optional)

10 - 90 grams chocolate chips
11 - 30 millilitres heavy cream
12 - Chopped peanuts, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until blended. Press mixture firmly into the base of a 23-centimetre springform pan to form an even layer. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then allow to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Add peanut butter and sugar; continue blending until fully incorporated. Mix in sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract on low speed just until combined. Take care not to over-mix to avoid cracks during baking.
03 - Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the surface with a spatula. Optionally place the pan in a water bath for gentle baking. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the edges are set and the centre remains slightly wobbly.
04 - Turn off the oven, slightly open the door, and leave the cheesecake to cool inside for about 1 hour. Remove from the oven, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight for a firm texture.
05 - In a small heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.
06 - Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan, transfer to a serving plate, slice, and serve chilled.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Using a water bath helps prevent cracks and ensures an evenly baked, creamy texture.
02 - Switching to crushed chocolate sandwich cookies for the base gives a richer, chocolatey crust.
03 - Allowing the cheesecake to chill overnight intensifies the flavours and creates a smoother texture.
04 - Salted peanuts as garnish introduce a pleasant savoury balance to the sweetness.

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