Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful richness of Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cheesecake, a dessert that beautifully marries the creamy decadence of chocolate with the nutty goodness of peanut butter. This easy-to-make cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual family dinners, and its stunning marbled presentation will impress your guests. With a smooth texture and a flavor profile that balances sweetness and depth, this treat is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 8 oz chocolate cream cheese
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- ½ cup peanut butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well mixed. Press into the bottom of the springform pan to form an even crust layer.
- In a large bowl, blend chocolate cream cheese, peanut butter, and sugar until smooth using an electric mixer or whisk. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter into the crust and swirl in melted chocolate for added flavor. Top with remaining batter.
- Use a knife to gently create marble swirls throughout the batter.
- Bake for about 50–60 minutes or until set. Allow cooling before refrigerating for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg