Description
Peanut Butter Jelly Cheesecake Squares are a delightful treat that combines the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams (about 7 oz) graham cracker crumbs
- 100 grams (about 1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 450 grams (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 200 grams (1 cup) creamy peanut butter
- 150 grams (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240 grams (about 1 cup) fruit preserves (your choice, such as strawberry, raspberry, or grape)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter cheesecake filling over the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly. Spoon the fruit preserves on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. The cheesecake will firm up as it cools.
- Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham crackers.
- For a lower-sugar version, consider using a sugar substitute.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese and nut butter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Cheesecake, Dessert, Squares