No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars
These No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars are creamy, rich, and topped with chocolate, making them the perfect sweet treat for peanut butter lovers!
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
For the Topping
- Chocolate sauce for drizzling
- Chopped peanuts optional
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Pour in melted butter, stirring until the mixture is well combined. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 9x9 inch square baking pan.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, ensuring it’s all blended well.
Fold in the Whipped Cream
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Combine Layers
- Evenly spread the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Chill
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, allowing the bars to firm up.
Serve
- Once set, remove the bars from the pan and cut them into squares. Drizzle with chocolate sauce and sprinkle with chopped peanuts, if desired.
Notes
For best quality, use high-quality peanut butter. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 5-7 days.