Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Bars

Indulge in the ultimate dessert mashup with these Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Bars—an irresistible treat that layers fudgy, chocolatey brownie with a rich, creamy peanut butter cheesecake topping. Finished with a luscious chocolate drizzle, these decadent bars are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth. Easy to make with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, cream cheese, and peanut butter, they balance the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a luxurious dessert, these bars are sure to impress. Plus, with a prep time of just 20 minutes and straightforward steps, they’re a stress-free way to whip up a show-stopping dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.25 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Step 3

Beat in 2 of the eggs, one at a time, until fully combined.

Step 4

Whisk in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt until smooth to create the brownie layer.

Step 5

Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and set aside.

Step 6

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.

Step 7

Add the remaining 2 eggs, one at a time, along with the remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and beat until fully incorporated to make the peanut butter cheesecake layer.

Step 8

Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer in the pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

Step 10

Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.

Step 11

For the chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth.

Step 12

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the chilled bars and let it set before slicing into squares.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1691.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6442.7

Total Fat 430.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 212.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.0g
Cholesterol 1524.2mg	0%
Sodium 2410.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 654.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 81.2g	0%
Total Sugars 454.5g
Protein 145.3g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 908.5mg	0%
Iron 41.9mg	0%
Potassium 4624.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 37.0%