Christmas No-Bake Buckeye Cheesecake Bars ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿฅœโœจ

Celebrate the holiday season with these indulgent No-Bake Buckeye Cheesecake Bars, where the delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter comes together in a festive treat. With a rich Oreo cookie crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and luscious chocolate ganache, these bars are perfect for holiday parties or as a sweet gift to share with loved ones.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
  • ยฝ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping, plus more for garnish

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • Whole peanuts for garnish

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving the edges overhanging for easy removal later.
  2. Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix the chocolate graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. Place it in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
  3. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well incorporated.
  4. Spread the Filling: Pour the peanut butter cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust. Return to the refrigerator to chill and set while you make the topping.
  5. Make the Topping: In a small saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of peanut butter together over low heat, stirring until smooth. Carefully spread this chocolate ganache over the chilled filling.
  6. Chill Again: Refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours, or until set, allowing all the delicious flavors to meld together.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with additional whipped topping and whole peanuts for a festive touch. Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the dish, then cut into squares.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 bars

Enjoy these delectable No-Bake Buckeye Cheesecake Bars, a perfect sweet treat that combines holiday flavors in a delightful and easy-to-make dessert!

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