Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake: The Best Indulgent Treat to Make at Home
This decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake is the perfect indulgent treat to make at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips, for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in the peanut butter, powdered sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set, then let cool.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with heavy cream and sprinkle with chocolate chips before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a layer of ganache on top of the cheesecake.
- Use organic or high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake