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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake

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Indulge in the rich flavors of this divine Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake, where luxurious chocolate layers meet creamy peanut butter cheesecake, all embraced by a heavenly chocolate ganache. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you need a decadent treat!

Ingredients

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cooled strong black coffee
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 24 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 and 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until the batter is smooth.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  5. Cool cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) for the cheesecake. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, peanut butter, and flour until smooth.
  8. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in sour cream and vanilla.
  9. Pour mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  10. To make ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering. Pour over chocolate chips and let sit for 5 minutes.
  11. Stir ganache until smooth and let thicken slightly before using.
  12. Place one chocolate cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of the ganache.
  13. Place the cheesecake layer on top. Then add the second chocolate cake layer.
  14. Spread the remaining ganache over the top and sides of the cake. Chill slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing.
  • Use a serrated knife to level cake layers if needed for easier stacking.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.

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