Creamy Peanut Butter Cheesecake with Chocolate Graham Crust

This rich and creamy Peanut Butter Cheesecake combines the bold flavor of peanut butter with a buttery chocolate graham cracker crust. It’s dense yet smooth, with a velvety texture and a satisfying salty-sweet balance. Whether served plain, with a drizzle of ganache, or topped with chopped peanuts, it’s an indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions—or any day that calls for something decadent and peanut buttery.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (about 14 full sheets)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

• 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs, room temperature

Optional Toppings:

• Chocolate ganache or melted chocolate
• Whipped cream
• Chopped roasted peanuts or mini peanut butter cups
  

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