Best 4 Peanut Butter Cheesecake Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable delight of Peanut Butter Cheesecake Squares, a harmonious blend of creamy, tangy cheesecake and the irresistible richness of peanut butter. These delightful treats offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. With a smooth and velvety cheesecake filling swirled with luscious peanut butter, these squares are a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The graham cracker crust adds a delightful crunch, providing the perfect foundation for the creamy filling. Whether you're a peanut butter aficionado or a cheesecake enthusiast, these squares promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

These Peanut Butter Cheesecake Squares are just a taste of the delectable treats that await you in this article. You'll also find recipes for a variety of other mouthwatering desserts, including:

- **No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie:** A creamy, no-bake pie that's perfect for hot summer days.

- **Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies:** Classic chocolate chip cookies with the added indulgence of peanut butter chips.

- **Peanut Butter Fudge:** A rich and decadent fudge that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

- **Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies:** Fudgy brownies swirled with creamy peanut butter, creating a delightful combination of flavors.

- **Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats:** A fun and easy treat made with Rice Krispies, peanut butter, and marshmallows.

With so many tempting recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect peanut butter dessert to satisfy your cravings. So grab your apron and let's get baking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEANUT-BUTTER-AND-JELLY CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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Three things go into making this recipe really smooth: creamy peanut butter, like Jif or Skippy (our test-kitchen's go-to for baking); and room-temperature eggs and cream cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 6h30m

Yield Makes about 24 two-inch squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, softened, for brushing
14 graham crackers (each 3 by 5 inches), broken into pieces
2/3 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 pounds cream cheese (4 eight-ounce bars), room temperature
1 cup creamy peanut butter, such as Jif or Skippy
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup Concord-grape jelly

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter.
  • Finely grind crackers in a food processor. Add melted butter, peanuts, brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; pulse until peanuts are chopped and texture of mixture resembles wet sand.Transfer to prepared baking dish; press firmly and evenly into bottom and three-quarters of the way up sides. Bake until set and slightly darkened, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Reduce oven to 325 degrees. In a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and peanut butter on medium speed until smooth. Gradually beat in granulated sugar until lightand fluffy, scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Beat in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then vanilla until smooth. Pour filling into cooked crust; smooth top with asmall offset spatula. Bake until puffed and set along edges but still slightly wobbly in center, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Whisk jelly in a saucepan over medium until melted. Pour evenly over cake, then tilt dish to spread jelly to edges in a thin, even layer. Refrigerate until jelly is firmly set, about 4 hours.Cut cake into squares, wiping knife between cuts for clean edges, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.

LOW CARB PEANUT BUTTER CUP CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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Make and share this Low Carb Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 salt
4 ounces baker's unsweetened chocolate
1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • For crust, in medium bowl, combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup Splenda, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla and salt until smooth.
  • Evenly press mixture into the bottom of a 9x13" baking dish.
  • Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Cool on rack completely.
  • Melt chocolate and mix with Splenda; pour over cooled crust and let cool 15 minutes.
  • In mixing bowl, with electric mixer, beat cream cheese and remaining Splenda and 2 teaspoons vanilla until blended.
  • Slowly add whipping cream and continue beating at medium-high speed until smooth and fluffy.
  • Spread over cooled chocolate layer on crust.
  • In small microwave safe bowl, melt remaining 1/4 peanut butter until it can be stirred smooth.
  • Drizzle over top of cream cheese mixture.
  • Chill for one hour until set; cut into squares and serve.

PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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This recipe was a big hit with everyone who tasted it. When you put peanut butter, chocolate AND cheesecake together, how can you go wrong?! I did end up upping the cream cheese amount to a full 8 oz. and it turned out really well. I'd recommend doing the same.

Provided by Jennifer Tennyson

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
3 Tbsp sugar
1/4 c shortening, butter flavor, melted
1 Tbsp milk
FILLING INGREDIENTS
3 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 c peanut butter, creamy
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c milk
1 egg
1/2 c peanuts, chopped (optional)
DRIZZLE INGREDIENTS
1/4 c semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tsp shortening, butter flavor

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. For base, combine crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar in small bowl.
  • 3. Combine melted butter flavor shortening and one tablespoon milk.
  • 4. Stir into crumbs.
  • 5. Press lightly into 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.
  • 6. Bake at 350 for 20 to 22 minutes.
  • 7. For filling, beat cream cheese and peanut butter in small bowl at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended.
  • 8. Add 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup milk and egg.
  • 9. Beat well.
  • 10. Stir in chopped nuts.
  • 11. Spread over baked crust.
  • 12. Return to oven.
  • 13. Bake 20 to 22 minutes, or until set.
  • 14. For drizzle, melt chocolate chips and butter flavor shortening on very low heat or at 50% power in microwave.
  • 15. Stir to combine.
  • 16. Drizzle from end of spoon back and forth over top.
  • 17. Chill.
  • 18. Cut into 2 x 2-inch squares.
  • 19. Cover.
  • 20. Store in refrigerator.

PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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FOUND THIS ONE IN MY FAMILY CIRCLE MAG. AND IT'S YUMMY!!

Provided by TAMMY WADE

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c flour
1/4 c pecans finely chopped
3 Tbsp light brown sugar
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 pkg 8 oz. cream cheese
1/4 c sugar
1 egg
1 Tbsp lemon juice
3/4 tsp vanilla extract
12 fun size butterfingers, coarsly chopped about 3/4 cup
5 fun size butterfingers, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. HEAT OVEN TO 350*. LINE AN 8X8 INCH BAKING PAN WITH FOIL, COATED WITH NONSTICK SPRAY. ALLOW FOIL TO HANG OVER 2 SIDES.
  • 2. IN A MEDIUM SIZE BOWL, WHISK TOGETHER FLOUR, PECANS AND BROWN SUGAR. STIR IN BUTTER, AND MIX UNTIL CRUMBLY. PAT INTO BAKING PAN AND BAKE FOR 14 MIN. REMOVE.
  • 3. BEAT CREAM CHEESE,SUGAR,VANILLA,EGG, LEMON JUICE UNTIL SMOOTH. STIR IN CHOPPED 3/4 CUP CANDIES. POUR INTO BAKED CRUST PAN. BAKE FOR 25 MINUTES.
  • 4. AFTER REMOVING FROM OVEN, IMMEDIATELY SPRINKLE REMAINING FINELY CHOPPED BUTTERFINGERS ON TOP. LET COOL.. LIFT FOIL OUT OF PAN, AND CUT INTO 36 SQUARES, AND STORE IN REFRIGERATOR ( THEY ARE BETTER THE NEXT DAY) ENJOY...

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor. A natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oils is ideal.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before using. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Chill the cheesecake squares for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow them to set properly.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can crush the graham crackers in a resealable bag with a rolling pin.
  • To make a chocolate peanut butter cheesecake, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the cheesecake batter.
  • For a fun twist, try topping the cheesecake squares with chopped peanuts, chocolate chips, or caramel sauce.

Conclusion:

These peanut butter cheesecake squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their creamy peanut butter filling and graham cracker crust, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cheesecake squares a try!

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