Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake Cake – A Triple-Layered Indulgence!

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake Cake – A Triple-Layered Indulgence! is the ultimate dessert for peanut butter and chocolate lovers. With a rich, fudgy chocolate cake base, a creamy peanut butter cheesecake layer, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping, this triple-layered indulgence is sure to wow anyone who tries it. It combines the best of all worlds—chocolate, peanut butter, and cheesecake—into one irresistible treat!

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake Layer:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
1/2 cup hot water (or hot coffee for richer flavor)

For the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer:

16 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup heavy cream

For the Chocolate Ganache:

1/2 cup heavy cream
6 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter

For Garnish (Optional):

Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
Whipped cream
Crushed peanuts or chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chocolate Cake Layer:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
Gradually add the hot water (or coffee) and stir until smooth. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

2. Prepare the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer:

While the chocolate cake cools, prepare the cheesecake layer. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
Pour the peanut butter cheesecake batter over the cooled chocolate cake layer in the springform pan.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
After cooling, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.

3. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Stir in the butter until the ganache is silky and shiny. Let it cool for a few minutes before pouring it over the cheesecake.

4. Assemble the Cake:

Once the cheesecake has chilled, remove it from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving platter.
Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cheesecake, allowing it to drip down the sides for an elegant finish.
Garnish with chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, whipped cream, and crushed peanuts or chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

Slice the cake and serve chilled for the perfect combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and cheesecake goodness in every bite.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use hot coffee in the cake batter instead of water.
If you want a more intense peanut butter flavor in the cheesecake, you can add more peanut butter to the batter.
Make sure to chill the cake for several hours before serving to allow the layers to set properly.

This Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake Cake – A Triple-Layered Indulgence is a dessert that combines all the best elements into one showstopping cake. It’s sure to be a hit at any gathering, and it’s perfect for those who can’t resist the irresistible duo of chocolate and peanut butter!