Peanut Butter Caramel Mini Cheesecakes 🥜🍮 *Recipe*
These luscious mini cheesecakes combine creamy peanut butter and rich caramel in a perfectly portioned dessert. With a buttery cookie crust, a velvety peanut butter filling, and caramel drizzles topped with roasted peanuts, these mini cheesecakes are a pure indulgence!
Why You’ll Love It
These bite-sized cheesecakes are creamy and rich without being overly sweet. They’re perfect for gatherings, can be made ahead, and satisfy any peanut butter and caramel cravings.
How to Prepare
Make the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Crush 1 cup graham crackers (or digestive biscuits) until fine and mix with ¼ cup melted butter and 1 tbsp sugar.
- Press about 1 tbsp of this mixture into each liner and bake for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat 8 oz (225g) cream cheese with ½ cup smooth peanut butter until smooth.
- Add ⅓ cup sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Add 1 large egg, ¼ cup sour cream, and 1 tsp vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Assemble and Bake
- Spoon the peanut butter filling evenly over each crust in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the tops are just set.
- Let the cheesecakes cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Caramel Topping
- Warm ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade) and drizzle over each cheesecake.
- Top with chopped roasted peanuts and an extra drizzle of caramel if desired.
Serve
Gently remove each mini cheesecake from the muffin tin, serve, and enjoy!
Variations & Tips
- Crust Alternatives: Try Oreo or chocolate cookie crumbs for a richer base.
- Make It Ahead: These cheesecakes can be made up to two days ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Nut-Free Option: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter, and use chocolate instead of peanuts.
Ingredients:
- Crust: 1 cup graham crackers, ¼ cup melted butter, 1 tbsp sugar
- Filling: 8 oz cream cheese, ½ cup smooth peanut butter, ⅓ cup sugar, 1 large egg, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Topping: ½ cup caramel sauce, ¼ cup roasted peanuts (chopped)
Enjoy these delightful Peanut Butter Caramel Mini Cheesecakes!
