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June 22, 2016 · 60 Comments

Peanut Butter Cheesecake

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Peanut ButterCheesecake. The perfect blend of peanut butter and cheesecake. Sitting in an oreo cookies crust and topped with warm hot fudge is a sight to behold.
Peanut ButterCheesecake. The perfect blend of peanut butter and cheesecake. Sitting in an oreo cookies crust and topped with warm hot fudge is a sight to behold.

Peanut Butter Cheesecake

This peanut butter cheesecake combines my three favorite things. Cheesecake, Oreo cookies and peanut butter!

Start with the oreo crust. Use the regular oreos or peanut butter filled oreos. Both are awesomely delicious.

Then there is the Peanut Butter. Add it to the lightest and creamiest cheesecake you will ever taste.

Top your peanut butter cream cheese filling with an unforgettable semisweet chocolate drizzle.

Add peanuts or peanut butter cups as the final touch. the possibles are endless!

These are the INGREDIENTS You will need:

For the crust:

  • 18 Oreo cookies finely ground
  • 4 Tbsp butter melted
  • small pinch salt

For the filling:

  • 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For topping:

  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 tsp shortening
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts or 1 cup crumbled peanut butter cups

These are the INSTRUCTIONS For preparation:

  • Place one oven rack in the middle position, with one rack below. Preheat oven to 350. Place a 13×9 baking dish on the bottom rack and fill with water – this will act as our water bath.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the crust with a fork until evenly moistened. Lightly coat the bottom and sides of an 8-inch springform pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Pour the crumbs into the pan and, using the bottom of a glass, press the crumbs down into the base and 1-inch up the sides. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter on low speed for 1 minute until smooth and free of any lumps. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and continue to beat slowly until combined. Gradually add sugar and beat until creamy, for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the sour cream, and vanilla. Periodically scrape down the sides of the bowl and the beaters. The batter should be well-mixed, but not overbeaten. Pour the filling into the crust-lined pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Place on the top oven rack above the water-filled baking dish, bake for 1 hour. The cheesecake should still jiggle a little in the center (it will firm up after chilling), so be careful not to overcook. Let cool in pan for 30 minutes.
  • Chill in the refrigerator, loosely covered, for at least 4 hours. Loosen the cheesecake from the sides of the pan by running a thin metal spatula around the inside rim. Un-mold and transfer to a cake plate.
  • To make the drizzle, microwave the chocolate and shortening in 30-second intervals until melted. Drizzle over the cooled cheesecake and top with crushed peanuts or peanut butter cups before serving.

Of course you can make the recipe easier by using a deep dish oreo crust from the grocery store.

And you can purchase your favorite brand of Hot Fudge. For an added touch, warm it up before adding to your cheesecake.

This cheesecake is great to bring to a family get together, special dinner or pot luck.

It will become the most served dish on the dessert table.

Warn your favorite friends to get their piece when the dessert line opens.

My family are big peanut butter and chocolate eaters. They ask for this Peanut Butter Cheesecake often.

And I do not lie when I say there is NEVER any bites left over to clean up.

I am certain that every guest will feel the same as we do.

There is nothing better for dessert!

Click the link for my signature Hot Fudge Sauce or No Bake Oreo Cookie Crust!

This post is part of my Cheesecake Collection. For more about Cheesecakes click 6 Tips To A Perfect Cheesecake Collection.

Peanut ButterCheesecake. The perfect blend of peanut butter and cheesecake. Sitting in an oreo cookies crust and topped with warm hot fudge is a sight to behold.

Peanut Butter Cheesecake

This peanut butter cheesecake combines my favorite things. Start with the oreo crust. Use the regular oreos or peanut butter filled oreos. Both are awesomely delicious.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake, peanut butter
Method: Bake
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Adjust Servings: 8
Calories: 490kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 18 Oreo cookies finely ground
  • 4 Tbsp butter melted
  • small pinch salt

For the filling:

  • 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For topping:

  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 tsp shortening
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts or 1 cup crumbled peanut butter cups

Instructions

  • Place one oven rack in the middle position, with one rack below. Preheat oven to 350. Place a 13×9 baking dish on the bottom rack and fill with water – this will act as our water bath.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the crust with a fork until evenly moistened. Lightly coat the bottom and sides of an 8-inch springform pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Pour the crumbs into the pan and, using the bottom of a glass, press the crumbs down into the base and 1-inch up the sides. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter on low speed for 1 minute until smooth and free of any lumps. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and continue to beat slowly until combined. Gradually add sugar and beat until creamy, for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the sour cream, and vanilla. Periodically scrape down the sides of the bowl and the beaters. The batter should be well-mixed, but not overbeaten. Pour the filling into the crust-lined pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Place on the top oven rack above the water-filled baking dish, bake for 1 hour. The cheesecake should still jiggle a little in the center (it will firm up after chilling), so be careful not to overcook. Let cool in pan for 30 minutes.
  • Chill in the refrigerator, loosely covered, for at least 4 hours. Loosen the cheesecake from the sides of the pan by running a thin metal spatula around the inside rim. Un-mold and transfer to a cake plate.
  • To make the drizzle, microwave the chocolate and shortening in 30-second intervals until melted. Drizzle over the cooled cheesecake and top with crushed peanuts or peanut butter cups before serving.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 490kcal (25%) | Carbohydrates: 36g (12%) | Protein: 10g (20%) | Fat: 35g (54%) | Saturated Fat: 16g (80%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 115mg (38%) | Sodium: 400mg (17%) | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 24g (27%) | Vitamin A: 750IU (15%) | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 100mg (10%) | Iron: 1.4mg (8%)
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  1. blankplasterers bristol says

    October 5, 2016 at 2:23 PM

    This really does osund so good. Can’t wait to give this a go. Thanks for sharing.

    Simon

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 5, 2016 at 7:55 PM

      You are welcome Simon. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. blankAngie Rose says

    July 8, 2016 at 4:39 PM

    This looks so yummy! My boyfriend would love this. Must add this to my baking list! Thanks for sharing this week at Dishing It & Digging It!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 8, 2016 at 7:42 PM

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Give yourself permission to do something just for you This week! Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. blankMary-the boondocks blog says

    July 8, 2016 at 4:03 AM

    I have also been on a cheesecake binge lately. Is it a summer thing? This particular one looks pretty amazing Marilyn. The addition of the Oreos takes it over the top. Lots of sweet inspiration here to pin and share.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 8, 2016 at 7:41 PM

      You are so kind Mary! I think any day is a cheesecake day. I wish I could esat it more often! Thanks for commenting.

      Reply
  4. blankApril R - Uncookie Cutter says

    July 6, 2016 at 12:32 AM

    I love peanut butter anything! Sounds fabulous!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 6, 2016 at 3:38 PM

      Thank you April! This is finger licking good.

      Reply
  5. blankFrugal Hausfrau says

    July 5, 2016 at 8:04 PM

    This looks delish, Marilyn, but I’m still obsessed (ie, ruined) over that creme brulee waffle you just posted, so it’s hard to think about anything else!!

    Seriously, Thanks for sharing with us on Throwback Thursday!

    Mollie

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 9:33 PM

      You are welcome Mollie. If it is any consolation I still have 182 photos from past catering gigs to post. At two a week I will die before they all post!

      Reply
  6. blankNikki Frank-Hamilton says

    July 5, 2016 at 6:36 PM

    Your cheesecake turns out gorgeous every time, you are definitely the queen of cheesecake. I will be making this and sneaking a few slices into my kale box! In my defense; peanut butter and chocolate are my favorite combination and they don’t stick around long in our house! LOL I need my share. LOL

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 9:31 PM

      I hear you Nikki! That is why I started my own kale box!

      Reply
  7. blankRachel Osborn says

    July 5, 2016 at 3:28 PM

    My hubby would LOVE this! We are a peanut butter and cheesecake loving family! Thanks you for sharing at the Family Joy linkup!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 5:54 PM

      I hope you enjoy it Rachel.

      Reply
  8. blankLeslie says

    July 4, 2016 at 4:18 PM

    You pretty much had me at Oreo crust. I love cheesecakes, it’s like biting into a piece of a cloud, except it’s full of deliciousness. Now I’m hungry, haha.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 2:44 PM

      I sure hope you to get a chance to have a piece of heaven!

      Reply
  9. blankDanita Carr says

    July 4, 2016 at 12:16 PM

    I love that this has an oreo crust! It sounds absolutely incredible! Thanks for sharing at #SmallVictories linkup! Pinning to try later…:)

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 5, 2016 at 2:43 PM

      Thanks Danita! I hope you like it!

      Reply
  10. blankAudrey says

    July 1, 2016 at 4:59 PM

    One can never have too many cheesecake recipes. I always have room for one more 😉

    Thanks for partying with us on #FridayFrivolity

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 1, 2016 at 5:27 PM

      How about 10 more? ????

      Reply
  11. blankDebbie Kitterman says

    July 1, 2016 at 1:22 PM

    Oh Marilyn – you got me with peanut butter cups – my favorite – I am thinking of trying this for our Independence Day party – that way I won’t be tempted to eat the whole thing myself. thanks I am pinning and printing the recipe too – I found you at #FridayFrivolity today

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 1, 2016 at 5:27 PM

      Glad you like it! That is a great party!

      Reply
  12. blankDebbie says

    July 1, 2016 at 5:35 AM

    Hi Marilyn, I love cheesecake and peanut butter! I would never have thought to put the tow together though. A recipe I will be pinning for future reference!

    xx

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      July 1, 2016 at 5:26 PM

      Thank you! I am glad you like it.

      Reply
  13. blanksara says

    June 30, 2016 at 5:13 PM

    Yum! This looks so good! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday! Visiting from Twelve On Main!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 30, 2016 at 7:54 PM

      Thank you Sara! BTW… I love your blog. I am a silent lurker..

      Reply
  14. blankCarla a.k.a Mrs. R says

    June 30, 2016 at 12:04 PM

    Marilyn, this looks fabulous! I think I just might make it for this weekend’s festivities! Thank you for sharing with us at #SimplifyWednesdays !

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 30, 2016 at 7:54 PM

      Oh please do! Let me know how it works out!

      Reply
  15. blankMrs. AOK says

    June 30, 2016 at 12:16 AM

    WHY DO YOU DO THIS TO ME, WOMAN?!?! Again, you have me wanting to reach through the screen. PINNED!! Thanks for sharing with us at #MMBH. We are so thankful to have you as a part of our community. 🙂
    XO
    -Dean

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 30, 2016 at 7:41 PM

      You are so sweet Dean. I only have about 50 more… (I used to bake these for catering).

      Reply
  16. blankJess says

    June 29, 2016 at 3:31 PM

    Well this looks Heavenly! 🙂

    I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for Crafts, Recipes, and Tips and Tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 29, 2016 at 7:51 PM

      I sure will Jess!

      Reply
  17. blankSandra Garth says

    June 29, 2016 at 2:49 PM

    Gorgeous presentation and you are the Queen of Cheesecakes!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 29, 2016 at 7:51 PM

      Thank you Sandra!

      Reply
  18. blankHelen Fern says

    June 29, 2016 at 8:50 AM

    Not only does this sound good, it looks gorgeous! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 29, 2016 at 7:49 PM

      Thank you Helen. As always I love sharing at your party!

      Reply
  19. blankangie says

    June 28, 2016 at 9:15 PM

    my daughter makes this and we love it She surprises us all and there is never a piece leftover. Thanks for sharing
    come see us at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 28, 2016 at 9:58 PM

      I am happy to find another cheesecake lover! Glad to hear.

      Reply
  20. blankcharlotte says

    June 28, 2016 at 3:39 PM

    I love cheesecake, so keep sharing. I really want to make an oreo crust! #sharethejoylinky

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 28, 2016 at 9:57 PM

      Oreo crust is easy. food processor or hit with a rolling pin!

      Reply
  21. blankCristina at Ava's Alphabet says

    June 28, 2016 at 1:42 PM

    Marilyn, your desserts always looks so decadent and delicious! This one is no exception. Pinning and saving for sure. Thank you for sharing on Family Joy Blog Link-Up Party. Have a great week!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 28, 2016 at 9:56 PM

      You are very welcome Cristina. Thanks for visiting.

      Reply
  22. blankBeverly says

    June 28, 2016 at 1:27 PM

    You are killing me here, another delicious cheesecake recipe. You are amazing.
    Hugs,
    Bev

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 28, 2016 at 9:55 PM

      Thank you Beverly! It is always nice getting positive feedback.

      Reply
  23. blankLaurie says

    June 27, 2016 at 11:35 AM

    Hi Marilyn! Popping over from Snickerdoodle Sunday to say thank you for linking up and tempting me with this recipe!! Pinned and shared. Have a super week!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 27, 2016 at 2:21 PM

      Thank you Laurie! Enjoy your week!

      Reply
  24. blankSusan says

    June 27, 2016 at 7:26 AM

    Oh my gosh, this sounds absolutely scrumptious! I also love the combination of peanut butter and Oreo’s. Hey, I wonder if they will ever make that flavor? I will have to check out your other cheesecakes now. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 27, 2016 at 2:20 PM

      Susan they do! I used them in the recipe. You can get them at Amazon if you can’t find them in your local store. Good luck!

      Reply
  25. blankIlka says

    June 26, 2016 at 10:46 PM

    This cheesecake looks super delicious Marilyn!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 27, 2016 at 2:17 PM

      Thank you so much Ilka!

      Reply
  26. blankMartie says

    June 26, 2016 at 10:33 PM

    You can flood me with as many cheesecake recipes as you want! Especially if they involve peanut butter! Lol! Looks delicious, as always! 🙂

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 27, 2016 at 2:16 PM

      Thanks Martie. I used to make these for churches and catering. I have lots of images!

      Reply
  27. blankPamela Shank says

    June 26, 2016 at 9:26 PM

    What a beautiful dessert. Oreo crust sounds amazing. I have some grandkids that would love this..better get the recipe and be ready.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 27, 2016 at 2:15 PM

      Oh yes. This combo was meant to share!

      Reply
  28. blankIngrid @ Fabulous and Fun Life says

    June 26, 2016 at 6:33 PM

    I’m loving the sound of the Oreo crust on this cheesecake!

    You are not doing my waistline any favours with all your amazing treats you keep publishing Marilyn!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 26, 2016 at 7:53 PM

      I know Ingrid. When I m posting, I am not eating!

      Reply
  29. blankWinnie says

    June 26, 2016 at 8:38 AM

    AWESOME cake!!
    PB cheesecake is always sooooooooo delicious, and yours look very tempting Marilyn!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 26, 2016 at 7:52 PM

      I m still dreaming of your Halva Cheesecake! Thanks Winnie.

      Reply
  30. blankBeverly says

    June 25, 2016 at 7:54 PM

    This looks delicious, Marilyn. Pinning. Thanks for sharing your recipes and tips with us at Snickerdoodle Sunday.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      June 25, 2016 at 8:35 PM

      You are welcome Beverly! You are always so diligent in sharing and commenting. Much appreciated! Enjoy your week!

      Reply

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