Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake

### **1️⃣ Bake the Chocolate Cake Layers**
1. Preheat oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease and line two **9-inch round pans**.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into pans.
5. Bake for **30-35 minutes** until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

### **2️⃣ Make the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Layer**
1. Reduce oven to **325°F (160°C)**.
2. Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth.
3. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and heavy cream.
4. Pour into a **greased 9-inch springform pan**.
5. Bake for **35-40 minutes** until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
6. Cool, then refrigerate **4 hours or overnight**.

### **3️⃣ Assemble the Cake**
1. Place **1st chocolate cake layer** on a plate.
2. Carefully place the **peanut butter cheesecake layer** on top.
3. Add the **2nd chocolate cake layer**.

### **4️⃣ Make the Chocolate-Peanut Butter Glaze**
1. Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips. Let sit **2 minutes**, then stir until smooth.
2. Mix in peanut butter and powdered sugar (if using).
3. Pour over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

### **5️⃣ Chill & Serve**
– Refrigerate **1 hour** before slicing.
– Garnish with crushed peanuts,

chocolate shavings, or Reese’s cups.

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## **🍽️ Serving Suggestions**
– Pair with **vanilla ice cream** or **whipped cream**.
– Great for **birthdays, holidays, or date nights**!

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## **❤️ For the Lovers of

Chocolate & Peanut Butter**
This cake is a **match made in dessert heaven**! If you adore:
– **Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups**
– **Cheesecake**
– **Fudgy chocolate cake**
…then this is your **ultimate dessert soulmate**!

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## **📊 Nutrition (Per Slice, Approx.)**
| **Nutrient** | **Amount** |
|————–|————|
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Carbs | 60g |
| Protein | 12g |
| Fat | 32g |
| Sugar | 40g |

*(Enjoy in moderation!)*

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## **🎉 Conclusion**
This **Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake** is a **triple-layered masterpiece** that brings together the best of both worlds—**rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and velvety cheesecake**. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this cake is guaranteed to impress!

**🍴 Ready to bake? Tag your creations #PeanutButterChocolateHeaven!** 🍫❤️🥜