Easy Peanut Butter Cheesecake bites recipe (2024)

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Cheesecake is such a crowd favorite and this easy peanut butter cheesecake bites recipe is so decadent. Cheesecake goes to an entirely new level when you add creamy peanut butter and drizzle even more on top! Yum!

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Easy Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites Recipe

If you love cheesecake and peanut butter, this combination will definitely be a hit. This recipe is even better with all of the peanut butter. Each bite is so delicious.

Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes are perfect for holiday parties and more! They will quickly become a part of your annual baking menu. Go ahead and write the recipe down because your guests will ask for it once they try it!

We also make Mini Oreo Cheesecakes that are just heavenly. Can you tell we love cheesecake around here? 🙂

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Tips forpeanut butter cheesecake bars:

I use a small food processor to make the crust. If you don’t have one, I can’t recommend it enough because it’s such a time saver in the kitchen.

If you don’t have one yet, you can use a ziplock bag and a rolling pin to crush the graham crackers.

Also, a good set of spatulas. I use the silicone ones and they are perfect for getting every last drop of cheesecake from the bowl.

Little things like this make cooking easier and you can spend more time with your family!

Everyone will love these peanut butter cheesecake bites!

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These bite size cheesecakes will be the hit of the party! Let’s get started! Just be prepared for everyone to love it and ask for more!

Peanut butter cheesecake bars ingredients:

Crust:

  • 9 full size graham crackers (one sleeve)
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 4 tablespoonsbutter, melted
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Filling:

  • 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup creamypeanutbutter, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
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How to make peanut butter cheesecake bites:

It is so easy and you are going to love this simple and delicious recipe!

Let’s start with the crust!

1. Preheat oven to 325 and line a square baking pan with aluminum foil.

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2. Use a food processor to finely crush graham crackers. Add sugar andbutterand process for 10 seconds until coated well. Pour into prepared pan.

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3. Evenly press crust into pan with the back of a spoon. Refrigerate.

Now for the filling!

1. Beat cream cheese in a bowl. Add sugar, half and half, vanilla, egg and ½ cuppeanutbutter. Beat well until smooth.

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2. Remove crust from refrigerator and pour filling into crust. Smooth with the back of a spoon.

3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until center is no longer jiggly. Cool to room temperature and return, covered, to the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Remove bars from pan by lifting up on foil and removing foil and bars in one movement. Place onto a cutting board and carefully remove foil and discard.

4. Cut bars into 16 squares.

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5. Microwave 2 tablespoons ofpeanutbutterfor 60 seconds on 50% power, stirring every 15 seconds until smooth and liquidy. Drizzle with a spoon over cut bars and return to the refrigerator untilpeanutbuttersets up.

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Makes 16 bars.

Peanut butter cheesecake recipes are amazing!

I can’t wait for you to try them. They will be a hit with everyone.

If you love peanut butter, these peanut butter cheesecake bites are a must try! Other tasty ideas include adding chocolate chips or drizzling melted chocolate on top. Mini chocolate chips are also delicious on top and go great with the chocolate peanut butter combination.

Instead of bars, you can use cupcake pans and muffin cups if you prefer.

It really is an amazing recipe. I can’t wait for you to try these mini peanut butter cheesecakes!

If you would rather make a traditional cheesecake instead, you can start with this graham cracker crust recipeand add in the peanut filling and bake accordingly. This recipe would be perfect for any occasion!

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Easy Peanut Butter Cheesecake bites recipe

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Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe will be a hit. Try Easy Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites Recipe. Mini Peanut Butter Cheesecakes make the perfect dessert!

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings 16

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 228

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • Ingredients for Crust:
  • 9 full size graham crackers (one sleeve)
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • Ingredients for Filling:
  • 12 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (plus 2 tablespoons for topping)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 and line a square baking pan with aluminum foil.

  • Use a food processor to finely crush graham crackers. Add sugar andbutterand process for 10 seconds until coated well. Pour into prepared pan.

  • Evenly press crust into pan with the back of a spoon. Refrigerate.

  • Now for the filling!

  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl. Add sugar, half and half, vanilla, egg and ½ cuppeanutbutter. Beat well until smooth.

  • Remove crust from refrigerator and pour filling into crust. Smooth with the back of a spoon.

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until center is no longer jiggly. Cool to room temperature and return, covered, to the refrigerator. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Remove bars from pan by lifting up on foil and removing foil and bars in one movement. Place onto a cutting board and carefully remove foil and discard.

  • Cut bars into 16 squares.

  • Microwave 2 tablespoons ofpeanutbutterfor 60 seconds on 50% power, stirring every 15 seconds until smooth and liquidy. Drizzle with a spoon over cut bars and return to the refrigerator untilpeanutbuttersets up.

  • Makes 16 bars.

Recipe Notes

Cheesecake goes to an entirely new level when you add creamy peanut butter and drizzle even more on top!

Nutrition Facts

Calories 228kcal, Carbohydrates 19g, Protein 4g, Fat 15g, Saturated Fat 7g, Cholesterol 42mg, Sodium 187mg, Potassium 104mg, Sugar 13g, Vitamin A 400IU, Calcium 37mg, Iron 0.6mg

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Peanut butter fans will also enjoy thisReeses Pie Recipe. It’s loaded with lots of peanut butter, chocolate and more.

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Try these other fun cheesecake recipes:

  • Sopapilla Cheesecake
  • Easy Raspberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake
  • Oreo Cheesecake Recipe
  • Easy Caramel cheesecake recipe with oreo crust
  • German Chocolate Cake Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
  • Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Recipe
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FAQs

Why are my mini cheesecakes falling in? ›

When the batter is overmixed, too much air is added and will cause your cake to rise in the oven and then collapse and crack when being removed. Don't overbake your cake.

How long to thaw cheesecake bites in fridge? ›

Cheesecake bites can be enjoyed straight from the freezer – no thawing required. If aiming for a softer cheesecake consistency, thaw the bites in the fridge overnight then serve chilled. If left out they will thaw within 30 minutes.

How do you know when mini cheesecakes are done? ›

Bake until the edges are set and the centers only slightly jiggle, about 18–20 minutes. Set the pan on a wire rack and allow cheesecakes to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.

How do you keep mini cheesecakes from sinking? ›

To prevent a sunken cheesecake, make sure to use enough structural support in your recipe, bake it for the full amount of time specified, make sure your oven is at the correct temperature, and use the right size pan.

Do cheesecake bites need to be refrigerated? ›

Store your cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep them safe from contaminants and extend their shelf life. If you can't finish them before they go off, don't fret—you can freeze them!

Is cheesecake better frozen or thawed? ›

Luckily, because of its high sugar and fat content, it is possible to freeze a cheesecake without affecting its flavor. While freezing keeps the flavors of the cheesecake intact, keep in mind that the texture could have slight changes once thawed. The creamy texture can become slightly denser.

How long can cheesecake bites sit out? ›

Store the mini cheesecakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Never let them sit at room temperature for more than two hours at a time.

How do you fix a sunken cheesecake? ›

There is only 1 very simple thing you have to do with your cracked (or sunken) cheesecake and that is: … cover it up with a topping! (Pictured above: easy lemon cheesecake with a berry-gelatin topping).

Can you eat a sunken cheesecake? ›

The most common reason of your cake sinking in the middle is that it is underbaked and raw. If it is completely uncooked, then you cannot anything about it. But, if it is just raw from the middle, then you can probably remove the middle and eat it as it is or make trifles/cake jars using the cooked side part.

What happens if you over mix cheesecake batter? ›

Avoid Overmixing: Unlike other cakes, where beating air into the batter is key, overmixed cheesecake can rise, fall and then crack from that excess air. Keeping ingredients (cheese, eggs, liquids and flavorings) at room temperature can help.

What happens when you overcook cheesecake? ›

Avoid Overcooking

DON'T overbake. Overbaking a cheesecake can cause cracks on the surface. The center of the cheesecake should still be a little wobbly, the filling still pale, and the outer ring slightly puffy and firm. It will continue to cook as it cools and maintains that smooth and rich texture.

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