White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe

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Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of this decadent White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake! With a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth peanut butter filling, and a luxurious white chocolate touch, this dessert will be a showstopper.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 8 oz white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
  • White chocolate shavings

Instructions

For the Crust:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until crumbs are evenly moistened.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool as you prepare the filling.

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth.
  2. Add sugar and vanilla extract; continue beating until combined.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Mix in the melted white chocolate.
  5. Gradually add heavy cream, mixing until smooth.
  6. Pour filling over cooled crust and spread evenly.

Baking:

  1. Place the pan on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 60-70 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  3. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  4. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).

For the Topping:

  1. In a bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  2. Pipe or spread whipped cream on the chilled cheesecake.
  3. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and white chocolate shavings on top.

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Enjoy every indulgent bite!

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