Shortbread Cookie Crusted Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes

Wow, already Thursday night.What a crazy last couple days I’ve had.First off, my son’s buddy party was a success.9 little boys running all over the place for over and hour is always exciting.It’s amazing how fast the presents get ransacked.

 

Earlier that morning, while doing some last minute party favor shopping with my mom, I noticed a dog in a parked vehicle. Now mind you it is around 107 degrees in AZ right now. I was fuming. This poor pup was panting looking out a barely cracked front door window. We waited 20 plus minutes to see if someone was coming back to this vehicle and nothing! So, I called 911 and a policeman came within 3 minutes. He took down all of my information and told me I might have to go to court if this person gets sited. Fine by me, I’d like to see the creep who thinks it’s ok to leave an animal in a blazing hot vehicle. We’ll see what happens, if I get a call back. Can some people seriously get a life!

 

Alright, time to calm myself down with some cheesecake heaven! These little cheesecakes are such a treat. My favorite combination of chocolate and peanut butter are at it again. Bite size, creamy and peanut buttery fabulous! I used that fun mini cheesecake pan I got the other day and highly recommend it, go treat yourself to one. I love the buttery flavor the shortbread cookies give the crust, these are a must try! Enjoy!
Shortbread Cookie Crusted Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes with Chocolate Ganache

1 Cup ground up Pepperidge Farm Shortbread Cookies (I did this in a food processor)
2 Tablespoons melted butter
2 8oz packages reduced fat softened cream cheese
½ Cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
¼ Cup light sour cream
Pinch of salt
3 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter that has been softened in microwave for about 15 seconds

 

½ Cup semi sweet chocolate chips
2 Tablespoons heavy cream, or a touch more until you get a shiny, smooth consistency with your chocolate

 

1.Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.Place ground cookies and melted butter into a medium bowl and stir until well combined.Spoon a heaping Tablespoon of crust into each mini cheesecake pan or mini muffin tin.With fingers, press crust down until even.

 

2.In a stand or electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar until well combined.Add in eggs one at a time following with the vanilla, sour cream, pinch of salt and softened peanut butter.Mix until just combined.

 

3.Fill each crust filled cup ¾ way full of cheesecake batter.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until cheesecake is set.Remove from oven and let sit in pan at room temperature for 30 minutes before removing.Transfer to mini cheesecakes to a cooling rack to cool completely, another 30 minutes or so.

 

4.Place chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals until melted and smooth.Stir in heavy cream until shiny and smooth.Spoon ganache over each cheesecake.Refrigerate until serving.

12 mini cheesecakes
____________________

Huge thanks to Lisa from Living Easy for the “I Love Your Blog” Award. Cute and colorful. I always love checking in at Lisa’s great blog. Thanks also to Kitchen Flavours from Yummy Food for the Wilde Woman Award, so artsy! I look forward to checking out all of her tasty recipes. I’ll be passing on these awards shortly!

Still to come are those chilly treats and that great side dish. Have a great rest of the Week!

Shortbread Cookie Crusted Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes with Chocolate Ganache

These Peanut Butter Mini Cheesecakes are made with a shortbread cookie crust, a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling, and a healthy dose of chocolate ganache!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 320kcal
Print

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake and Crust

  • 1 cup Pepperidge Farm Shortbread Cookies ground up (I did this in a food processor)
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 16 ounces reduced fat cream cheese softened (I used 2 8-ounce packages)
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ¼ cup light sour cream
  • pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter softened in the microwave for about 15 seconds

For the Ganache

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or a touch more until you get a shiny, smooth consistency with your chocolate

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Place ground cookies and melted butter into a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of crust into each mini cheesecake pan or mini muffin tin. With fingers, press crust down until even.
  • In a stand or electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar until well combined. Add in eggs one at a time following with the vanilla, sour cream, pinch of salt and softened peanut butter. Mix until just combined.
  • Fill each crust filled cup ¾ way full of cheesecake batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until cheesecake is set. Remove from oven and let sit in pan at room temperature for 30 minutes before removing. Transfer to mini cheesecakes to a cooling rack to cool completely, another 30 minutes or so.
  • Place chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals until melted and smooth. Stir in heavy cream until shiny and smooth. Spoon ganache over each cheesecake. Refrigerate until serving.

Notes

Makes 12 mini cheesecakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1mg
Keywords: cheesecake with chocolate ganache, cheesecake with shortbread crust, mini cheesecake recipe, peanut butter mini cheesecakes

Related Posts

65 Responses
  1. Arynne

    Jenny
    where can i find a mini cheesecake pan? I want to make these, but I dont have a good pan!

  2. Denise

    Oh how Yummy, Just made these today in my new mini cheesecake pan. They should be paying you commission for all the pans you have helped sell!!

  3. Satisfying my Sweet Tooth

    These look so amazing! I’m going to add this one to my long list of favorite recipes I have of yours!

  4. Theresa

    Thanks for calling 911. I’m an animal lover and I just can’t BELIEVE some people. You saved that pup’s life. Your mini cheese cakes look fantastic! Yum-o!

  5. Colleen

    way to go on calling the police. i can’t believe that people think that is okay. not only is it 107 but in the car it can be so much hotter. people like that should not have pets or kids. they obviously can’t take care of them. i’m glad the party went well. your treats look scrumptious. yummy!

  6. RecipeGirl

    I’m going to bookmark this one too. I’ve actually been saving a box of girl scout shortbread cookies with the hopes that I would find something to use them for. Looks delicious! How do you get the cheesecakes out of the pan so perfectly?

  7. jayna

    jenny.. we were meant to be friends. chocolate and peanut butter is my favorite combo as well! i love your blog!! i’ve made your little pizzas for myself and loved them. thanks for the inspiration…

  8. Jeena

    Wow Jenny these are gorgeous little things! I love the crust around th edge and the chocolate ganache is mouth watering!

  9. SaraLynn

    These look wonderful!!!
    I would love this!!

    Thanks for visiting my blog, I will be back to your as well 🙂

  10. Mandy

    Luscious!!
    When we lived in Scottsdale I would occasionally see animals in cars, I can’t believe people can be that cruel to a pet. Good job on helping the little dog, that makes me so mad!!

  11. My Sweet & Saucy

    Jenny…you out did yourself with this one! I am a HUGE chocolate and peanut butter fan, so these are going straight to the top of my list! Love the crust idea too!

  12. Claire

    Ooops…I just gave you the same award. Oh, well! Enjoy! Glad the party went well…this looks great. Perfect for just a little sweet!

  13. Jaime Mormann Richardson

    These look great. What a wonderful idea! I like how you put the crusts up the sides. They’re lovely!

  14. Anne

    Poor dog! I hate seeing that… good for you calling and probably saving it’s life!

    Those cheesecakes look amazing and they look so cute lined up on those pretty plates- great job!

  15. PheMom

    Good for you for rescuing that doggie! I can’t believe some people!

    Those mini cheesecakes are absolutely perfect and calling my name!

  16. PaniniKathy

    An alternate title for this post might be “How to Combine All of Kathy’s Favorite Dessert Items into One!”. These sound so indulgently incredible, definitely getting a star in my Google reader.

    And kudos to you for looking out for that poor puppy in the car!

Welcome to Picky Palate!

Picky PalateWelcome to my online kitchen! Picky Palate is where you’ll find family friendly recipes along with the best Disney eats, tips and copycat recipes! Read More...

Recipe Categories

Picky Palate Disney Hungry

Never Miss an Update!

Sign up to get easy recipes or Disney tips delivered to your inbox for FREE!