Makeover Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and butter.
2. 2
   Press onto the bottom of a 9-in.
3. 3
   springform pan coated with cooking spray.
4. 4
   Place pan on a baking sheet.
5. 5
   Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Cool on a wire rack.
7. 7
   In a microwave-safe bowl, heat peanut butter on high for 30 seconds or until softened.
8. 8
   Spread over crust to within 1 inches of edges.
9. 9
   In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and sugar until smooth.
10. 10
    Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined.
11. 11
    Stir in vanilla.
12. 12
    Pour 1 cup into a bowl; set aside.
13. 13
    Pour remaining filling over peanut butter layer.
14. 14
    In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1/4 cup fudge topping on high for 30 seconds or until thin; fold into reserved cream cheese mixture.
15. 15
    Carefully pour over filling; cut through with a knife to swirl.
16. 16
    Return pan to baking sheet.
17. 17
    Bake for 50-60 minutes or until center is almost set.
18. 18
    Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
19. 19
    Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.
20. 20
    Microwave remaining fudge topping on high for 30 seconds or until warmed; spread over cheesecake.
21. 21
    Garnish with peanut butter cups.
22. 22
    Refrigerate overnight.