Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– ¾ cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup brown sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– Additional peanut butter for drizzling (optional)
– Whipped cream for serving (optional)
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
– Offset spatula for smoothing
– Parchment paper (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s start with the crust. In my kitchen, I love using chocolate cookie crumbs to add that rich chocolate flavor. Mix the cookie crumbs with the melted butter until they resemble wet sand. Then, evenly press this mixture into the bottom of your springform pan. This creates a sturdy base for our cheesecake. Once completed, pop it into the fridge to set while we work on the filling. (See the next page below to continue steps…)