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## **Instructions**
### **Step 1: Prepare the Crust**
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs (or cookie crumbs), melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
4. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the filling.
### **Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling**
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the sugar and continue mixing.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until fully incorporated.
### **Step 3: Add the Jelly Swirl**
1. Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, smoothing it evenly.
2. In a small bowl, mix the fruit preserves with warm water to loosen it.
3. Drop spoonfuls of the preserves onto the cheesecake batter, then use a knife or skewer to swirl it gently for a marbled effect.
### **Step 4: Bake and Cool**
1. Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish and fill it with hot water (about halfway up the sides) to create a water bath.
2. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
3. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for about an hour.
4. Remove from the oven, let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.
### **Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!**
1. Run a knife around the edges of the cheesecake before releasing it from the pan.
2. Garnish with whipped cream, crushed peanuts, and an extra drizzle of jelly if desired.
3. Slice, serve, and enjoy the perfect balance of peanut butter, cheesecake, and fruity sweetness!
## **Final Thoughts**
This **Peanut Butter & Jelly Cheesecake** is the ultimate comfort dessert, combining childhood nostalgia with creamy decadence. It’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or whenever you’re in the mood for something both familiar and indulgent. Try this recipe and bring a delightful twist to a classic treat!
Would you like suggestions for pairing this cheesecake with a complementary drink or coffee? ☕🍰
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