Description
Chocolate peanut butter no-bake buckeye cheesecake bars blend creamy indulgence with classic Midwestern flavors. Rich graham cracker crust and silky filling will satisfy chocolate and peanut butter cravings you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped topping
- 2 cups (256 g) chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) peanut butter
- Whole peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over edges for effortless removal.
- Crust Formation: Blend chocolate graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly and uniformly into the dish bottom, creating a solid foundation.
- Filling Creation: Whip cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until achieving a silky-smooth consistency, then gently incorporate whipped topping to create a light, airy texture.
- Layering Process: Spread the peanut butter cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust, ensuring a uniform layer.
- Chocolate Topping: Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together until achieving a glossy, seamless mixture, then carefully pour and spread over the chilled filling.
- Chilling and Setting: Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to allow complete solidification.
- Serving Presentation: Remove from dish using parchment paper overhang, slice into precise squares, and garnish with additional whipped topping and whole peanuts for enhanced texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Chill for Perfect Texture: Refrigerate the crust and filling for optimal firmness and easy slicing, ensuring a clean and professional-looking dessert.
- Smooth Filling Technique: Beat cream cheese and peanut butter thoroughly to eliminate lumps, creating a silky-smooth cheesecake consistency.
- Prevent Sticking Hack: Use parchment paper overhang for effortless removal and clean cutting of bars without damaging the delicate layers.
- Chocolate Topping Pro Tip: Melt chocolate and peanut butter carefully to avoid burning, stirring frequently for a glossy, even coating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg