Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Chocolate Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes, the perfect no-bake dessert that combines rich chocolate and smooth peanut butter flavors. These delectable treats are a breeze to prepare, making them ideal for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy family gatherings. Each mini cheesecake is crafted in individual servings, allowing for easy enjoyment while satisfying your sweet tooth. With a delightful graham cracker crust, luscious chocolate layer, and a creamy peanut butter topping, these mini cheesecakes are sure to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups heavy cream (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate (for ganache)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- Optional: Mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare twelve baking cups or mini springform pans.
- Make the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into cups and chill.
- Melt ten ounces of semi-sweet chocolate in short bursts in a microwave-safe bowl; let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until smooth. Add heavy cream and mix until thickened.
- Fold the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture, then fill the crusts with this chocolate layer.
- Mix remaining cream cheese mixture with peanut butter and spread over the chocolate layer.
- For the ganache, melt six ounces of semi-sweet chocolate with one-fourth cup of heavy cream; pour over cheesecakes.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips before chilling until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 54mg