Chocolate & Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe
peanut butter buttercream | peanut brittle
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Base
Method
Cheesecake Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a pre-made chocolate crust, place it in a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2
Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and cocoa powder until fully combined. Finally, fold in the peanut butter until smooth.
- 3
Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- 4
Cool and Chill
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
