Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars. These decadent treats combine a velvety chocolate cheesecake with a luscious peanut butter twist, all resting on a crunchy gluten-free crust. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy evenings at home, this recipe delivers joy in every bite. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll create an impressive dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz softened cream cheese (2 packages)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Blend in peanut butter and sifted cocoa powder until fully combined.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix gently with vanilla extract until just blended.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool completely at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg