Article / Updated 03-26-2016
This very rich and very creamy dessert is perfect for a crowd event. Cheesecake itself symbolizes holiday fun, but this recipe is great year-round. Because they're bite size, they're easy to serve — a big plus!
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 25 to 30 minutes
Chill time: 1 to 24 hours
Yield: 24 servings
1-1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate wafer cookies
1/4 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup, 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
24 chocolate kisses
4 8-ounce packages (32 ounces) cream cheese, softened
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chunky peanut butter
2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening
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