Decadent Harmony Cheesecake
Ingredients
Black & White Cookie Base:
- 12 Black & White cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Rose Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese (3 containers)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons rose water
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Peanut Butter Cup Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chopped peanut butter cups, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Base:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed Black & White cookies and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside.
Make the Rose Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, rose water, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling over the prepared cookie base in the springform pan.
Bake the Cheesecake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Peanut Butter Cup Topping:
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Spread the peanut butter topping over the chilled cheesecake.
- Garnish with chopped peanut butter cups.
Serving
Slice the cheesecake and serve chilled. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors with every bite!