Description

Indulge in this creamy Butterfinger Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that marries smooth peanut butter cheesecake with the irresistible crunch of Butterfingers, all placed on a rich chocolate Oreo crust. This decadent cheesecake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests. Topped with velvety chocolate ganache and light whipped cream, each slice is a visual and culinary treat that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced chef, this easy-to-follow recipe will help you create a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to be the star of the table.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups Oreo crumbs
4 tbsp salted butter, melted
24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup sugar
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sour cream, room temperature
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 cups chopped Butterfingers
6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp peanut butter
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Chopped Butterfingers for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix Oreo crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add flour, sour cream, peanut butter, and vanilla; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time and fold in chopped Butterfingers.
Pour filling over crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until edges are set. Cool in the oven with the door ajar.
Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream to create ganache; pour over cooled cheesecake.
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and peanut butter; spread over ganache and garnish with additional Butterfingers.
Chill for at least four hours before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
Calories: 395
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 309mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg