Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan and set aside.
• In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 0.25 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
• Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
• Add 0.75 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.
• Pour the cheesecake batter over the baked crust and spread evenly.
• Bake for 30 minutes or until the edges are set but the center slightly jiggles when you shake the pan.
• Let cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.