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Peanut Butter Cheesecake Stuffed Donuts

These indulgent donuts are filled with a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling and topped with a warm drizzle, making for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces full fat cream cheese, softened Soften fully at room temperature for smooth filling.
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter Use a creamy peanut butter for a smooth filling.
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup crushed peanut butter cups Plus extra for garnish.
For the Donuts
  • 4 large chocolate glazed donuts Store-bought or homemade.
For the Drizzle
  • 0.25 cup peanut butter Warm if very thick for easier spreading.
  • 2 tablespoons milk For drizzling.

Method
 

Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add 0.25 cup peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until creamy and fluffy.
  3. Fold in 0.5 cup crushed peanut butter cups and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Donuts
  1. Slice each donut in half horizontally.
  2. Spread 0.25 cup peanut butter on the cut side of each donut bottom.
Fill the Donuts
  1. Pipe the chilled filling onto the peanut butter on each donut bottom and place the tops back on.
Make the Drizzle
  1. Combine 0.25 cup peanut butter and 2 tablespoons milk in a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Microwave for 20-30 seconds and stir until smooth.
Finish and Serve
  1. Drizzle the warm peanut butter mixture over the donuts and sprinkle with extra crushed peanut butter cups.
  2. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow to reach room temperature before serving for best texture. Reserve some crushed peanut butter cups to sprinkle just before serving to maintain crunch.