Description
This decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake is an irresistible combination of rich chocolate cake, creamy peanut butter cheesecake, and a luscious peanut butter frosting. Perfect for any celebration or just a sweet indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
For the Peanut Butter Cheesecake:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Peanut Butter Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
- Make the Chocolate Cake: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, until just combined.
- Divide the Batter: Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans.
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Cheesecake: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and beat until creamy.
- Incorporate Eggs and Peanut Butter: Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and creamy peanut butter until combined.
- Layer the Cake: Spoon the peanut butter cheesecake batter over the chocolate cake batter in each pan.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting: Beat butter and creamy peanut butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream. Stir in vanilla.
- Assemble the Cake: Frost the first layer, place the second layer cheesecake side down, and frost the entire cake.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy the perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite!
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and peanut butter.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg