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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Sally Thompson
Indulge in this rich and creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake, the perfect blend of smooth peanut butter filling, deep chocolate flavor, and a crunchy cookie crust. This easy recipe is ideal for quick dessert ideas, dinner ideas, and satisfying food ideas, delivering a decadent and irresistible treat every time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 6 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter smooth
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate melted
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup peanut butter cups chopped
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chocolate ganache

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes and let cool.
  • 2. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • 3. Add peanut butter and blend until fully combined.
  • 4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  • 5. Stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream until smooth.
  • 6. Fold in melted chocolate and chocolate chips.
  • 7. Pour batter over cooled crust and smooth the top.
  • 8. Place pan in a water bath and bake for 55–70 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
  • 9. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  • 10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • 11. Top with chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, and chopped peanut butter cups.
  • 12. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and better texture.
Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
Chill overnight for the best flavor and clean slicing results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g
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