The Art of Perfect Butterfinger Cheesecake Recipe | Must Try Butterfinger Dessert

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Butterfinger Integration Mastery

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Expert Tips for Perfect Butterfinger Cheesecake Recipe | Must Try Butterfinger Dessert

Cream Cheese Prep: Ensure cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve silky smooth texture.

Water Bath Method: Use water bath to prevent cracking and ensure even, gentle cooking throughout entire cheesecake baking process.

Butterfinger Crushing: Place candy bars in freezer for 30 minutes before crushing for easier, cleaner chopping without sticking.

Cooling Process: Allow proper cooling time to prevent cracking and achieve perfect creamy texture in finished cheesecake.

Peanut Butter Quality: Use creamy, well-stirred peanut butter for smooth incorporation and consistent flavor throughout dessert.

Storage Notes: Refrigerate covered up to 5 days and serve chilled for best texture and optimal candy bar flavor experience.

Butterfinger Cheesecake Recipe-Must Try Butterfinger Dessert Recipe: Ultimate Peanut Butter Crunch Perfection

Name: Butterfinger Cheesecake Recipe-Must Try Butterfinger Dessert Recipe: Ultimate Peanut Butter Crunch Perfection
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For Chocolate Graham Crust:; 2 cups chocolate graham crackers, finely crushed; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; For Peanut Butter Cheesecake Filling:; 32 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 4 large eggs, room temperature; 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; For Butterfinger Mix-ins:; 8 full-size Butterfinger bars, crushed; 1/4 cup peanut butter chips; 2 tablespoons honey roasted peanuts, chopped; For Chocolate Peanut Butter Topping:; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon corn syrup; For Butterfinger Garnish:; 4 Butterfinger bars, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup whipped cream; 2 tablespoons peanut butter, melted

The most indulgent and irresistible Butterfinger Cheesecake you'll ever make - incredibly rich and decadent with layers of smooth peanut butter cheesecake, crunchy Butterfinger pieces, and chocolate graham crust that brings together the beloved flavors of the iconic candy bar, creating the ultimate dessert that's so delicious it'll have everyone asking for seconds with every perfectly creamy bite that tastes like pure dessert heaven at home with bakery quality flavor and must-try candy bar bliss.

Prep Time

35 Minutes

Cook Time

70 Minutes

Total Time

105 Minutes

Chef

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Ingredients

Custard Cream

For Chocolate Graham Crust:

2 cups chocolate graham crackers, finely crushed

1/4 cup granulated sugar

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

For Peanut Butter Cheesecake Filling:

32 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

4 large eggs, room temperature

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

1/2 cup sour cream

1/4 cup heavy cream

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

For Butterfinger Mix-ins:

8 full-size Butterfinger bars, crushed

1/4 cup peanut butter chips

2 tablespoons honey roasted peanuts, chopped

For Chocolate Peanut Butter Topping:

1/2 cup heavy cream

4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon corn syrup

For Butterfinger Garnish:

4 Butterfinger bars, coarsely chopped

1/2 cup whipped cream

2 tablespoons peanut butter, melted

For Flavor Variations:

1/2 cup Reese's pieces (Reese's version)

1/4 cup caramel sauce (caramel version)

1/2 cup chopped peanuts (extra crunch version)

1/4 cup espresso powder (mocha version)

For Serving Presentation:

Fresh whipped cream

Butterfinger pieces

Chocolate shavings

Peanut butter drizzle

For Garnish & Extras:

Additional crushed Butterfingers

Chocolate curls

Caramel drizzle

Toasted peanuts

Gold chocolate coins

Peanut butter cups

Chocolate wafer cookies

Peanut brittle pieces

Elegant dessert plates

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and wrap bottom of 9-inch springform pan tightly with aluminum foil to prevent leaks.

Combine crushed chocolate graham crackers, sugar, melted butter, cocoa powder, and salt in bowl until evenly moistened.

Press mixture firmly into bottom and slightly up sides of prepared springform pan to create even crust.

Bake crust for 12 minutes, then remove and let cool completely while preparing cheesecake filling.

Beat softened cream cheese until completely smooth and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes, scraping bowl sides frequently.

Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until well combined and mixture is light and creamy.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping bowl between additions.

Mix in peanut butter, sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well incorporated.

Gently fold in 6 crushed Butterfinger bars and peanut butter chips, reserving remaining candy for topping.

Pour filling over prepared crust and smooth top with offset spatula for perfectly even surface.

Place springform pan in larger roasting pan and carefully add hot water halfway up sides of cheesecake pan.

Bake 60-70 minutes until center is almost set but still slightly jiggly when pan is gently shaken.

Turn off oven and crack door open, allowing cheesecake to cool gradually in oven for 1 hour.

Remove from water bath and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

For chocolate peanut butter topping, heat cream until simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate and let sit 2 minutes.

Whisk until smooth, then stir in peanut butter, butter, and corn syrup until glossy and well combined.

Spread topping over chilled cheesecake and sprinkle with remaining crushed Butterfingers before serving.

Butterfinger Cheesecake Recipe-Must Try Butterfinger Dessert Recipe: Ultimate Peanut Butter Crunch Perfection

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