Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

Indulge in the heavenly taste of Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake with this easy-to-follow recipe. This delectable dessert is a perfect combination of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate, and nutty peanut butter cups.

Ingredients (serves 8-10):

- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 12 peanut butter cups, chopped

To make the crust, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until well combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until just blended. Stir in the melted chocolate and peanut butter until well combined. Fold in the chopped peanut butter cups.
Pour the mixture over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the center is almost set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and run a knife around the edges to loosen the cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
The Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. The creamy cheesecake is perfectly balanced with the rich chocolate and nutty peanut butter cups. The crust adds a nice crunch to the dessert. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Type: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Cream cheese, Chocolate, Peanut butter cups