Father’s Day Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Celebrate Father’s Day with a delicious Peanut Butter Cheesecake that’s sure to impress! This creamy dessert pairs rich peanut butter with a crunchy graham cracker crust, creating a delightful texture and flavor combination. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this cheesecake is easy to prepare, allowing you to focus on making memories with loved ones. Serve it plain or enhance it with toppings like chocolate chips, caramel drizzle, or chopped nuts for an extra indulgent treat. Whether you’re treating Dad or simply indulging yourself, this Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a sweet celebration in every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
- Fold in peanut butter, sour cream, and vanilla extract until combined. Add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg