BLISSFUL PEANUT BUTTER-CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE

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When I think of this specialty cheesecake, three words come to mind: "decadent," "fun" and "delicious." One bite and I think you'll agree this dessert is pure bliss. -Julie Ruble, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

32 Nutter Butter cookies
1/3 cup butter, melted
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs, lightly beaten
PEANUT BUTTER MOUSSE:
1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons cold water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons sugar
2 egg yolks
GARNISH:
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
Chocolate curls and sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., Place cookies in a food processor; cover and process until fine crumbs. Stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of prepared pan; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the melted chocolates and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 60-65 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer., For peanut butter mousse, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds. Stir and let stand for 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, heat the cream, peanut butter and sugar until bubbles form around sides of pan. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into the egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly., Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in gelatin mixture. Quickly transfer to a bowl; place in ice water and stir for 15 minutes or until cold and thickened. Pour over cheesecake. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan., For garnish, in a microwave, melt chocolate. Drizzle over cheesecake. Garnish with chocolate curls and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792 calories, Fat 59g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 448mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

FAWAZ ALJAYYOUSI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This cheesecake is now my go-to dessert.


Sithum Fdo
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This cheesecake is the best I've ever had! Thank you for sharing the recipe.


Furqanmemon Parekh
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This cheesecake is so delicious! I can't wait to make it again.


Kattie Alex
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This cheesecake is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Hailey Bedea
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I love this cheesecake! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Guru Surjo
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The cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe.


mrfluents Chuks
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This cheesecake was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still good.


Ammar Chhetri
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I'm not a big fan of peanut butter, but this cheesecake was still delicious. The chocolate flavor really shines through.


Zain Ali Jutt
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This cheesecake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Atif Rathore
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I made this cheesecake for my boyfriend's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


mohammad shafique
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This cheesecake is to die for! I love the creamy filling and the chocolate cookie crust.


Carryn Michelle Muniz
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This cheesecake is amazing! The peanut butter and chocolate flavors are perfect together and the crust is the perfect balance of crunchy and chewy.


Prince Gaming
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. It was still good, but not as good as I had hoped.


Halima Sadiq
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was delicious and the filling was creamy and smooth.


Ahmed Husde
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I love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, so I knew I had to try this cheesecake. It did not disappoint! The cheesecake was rich and creamy, with a perfect balance of peanut butter and chocolate flavors.


Sabuj Das
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and decadent. I will definitely be making this again!


Scholars High
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I'm not a huge fan of peanut butter, but this cheesecake was delicious! The chocolate and peanut butter flavors were perfectly balanced and the cheesecake was so smooth and creamy.


Sharmin
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This peanut butter chocolate cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the creamy, rich filling and the chocolate cookie crust. It was the perfect dessert to end a special meal.