Candy Bar Cheesecake

Health score
1%
Candy Bar Cheesecake
255 min.
16
448kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful Candy Bar Cheesecake that promises to be the star of any dessert table! This decadent treat combines the rich, creamy texture of classic cheesecake with the irresistible flavors of chocolate-covered peanut, caramel, and nougat candy. Perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a well-deserved treat after a long day, this cheesecake is sure to impress your family and friends.

With a buttery, crunchy crust made from finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies and chopped peanuts, each bite offers a satisfying contrast to the smooth filling. The cheesecake itself is a luscious blend of cream cheese, eggs, and a touch of vanilla, creating a velvety base that perfectly complements the sweet candy topping. Topped with a warm, gooey sauce made from melted candy bars and heavy cream, this dessert is a true celebration of flavors and textures.

Not only is this Candy Bar Cheesecake a feast for the taste buds, but it also serves up to 16 people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family gatherings. With a total preparation time of just over four hours, including chilling, you’ll have plenty of time to prepare for your event while creating a show-stopping dessert that everyone will rave about. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will leave a lasting impression!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 6.2 ounces chocolate bar coarsely chopped
  • 24 ounces cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup peanuts chopped
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.5 cups vanilla wafers crushed finely (38 cookies)
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • 0.8 cup whipping cream (heavy)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • spatula
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325F. In medium bowl, mix cookie crumbs, peanuts and butter. Press evenly in bottom of springform pan, 9x3 inches.
  2. In large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in sugars and vanilla until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat in 3/4 cup whipping cream.
  3. Pour over crust.
  4. Bake cheesecake 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until center is set; cool 15 minutes. Run metal spatula along side of cheesecake to loosen. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  5. In 1-quart saucepan, melt candy bars over low heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 cup whipping cream until smooth. Cool slightly.
  6. Remove side of pan.
  7. Serve sauce with cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein5.87%
Fat68.45%
Carbs25.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.21
Glycemic Load
11.62
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.735652225173%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:448.21kcal
22.41%
Fat:34.7g
53.39%
Saturated Fat:17.55g
109.66%
Carbohydrates:29.29g
9.76%
Net Carbohydrates:27.51g
10%
Sugar:21.01g
23.34%
Cholesterol:95.08mg
31.69%
Sodium:241.53mg
10.5%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Caffeine:8.8mg
2.93%
Protein:6.7g
13.39%
Vitamin A:1062.43IU
21.25%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.36%
Phosphorus:129.92mg
12.99%
Copper:0.25mg
12.74%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.48%
Selenium:7.94µg
11.35%
Magnesium:40.57mg
10.14%
Iron:1.75mg
9.72%
Calcium:78.22mg
7.82%
Folate:28.59µg
7.15%
Fiber:1.78g
7.11%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.34%
Potassium:218.09mg
6.23%
Vitamin B3:1.18mg
5.89%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.57%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.56%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.52%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.87%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.08%
Vitamin K:2.32µg
2.21%