Description
Indulge in this decadent Snickers Cheesecake, a rich and creamy dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter with the beloved Snickers candy bars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 5 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup chopped Snickers bars
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ cup chopped Snickers bars
- ¼ cup caramel sauce
- ¼ cup chocolate sauce
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the peanut butter and mix until combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and sour cream. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped Snickers bars.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, until the edges are set while the center still has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe over the chilled cheesecake.
- Drizzle with caramel and chocolate sauce, then sprinkle with chopped Snickers and peanuts.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For best results, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Snickers and toppings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg