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Uncle Johnny’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake

July 1, 2015 by Tiffany 17 Comments

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake – This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

Uncle Johnny’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake

I cannot begin to describe this cake. First of all, it’s huge. It would feed and entire army. Second, when you take a bite, it will remind you of eating a large Reese’s cup. 2 chocolate sponge cakes, a peanut butter butter cheesecake, peanut buttercream and chocolate ganache. Definitely a show stopper.

Aside from all the flavors, there’s different textures going on that enhance the eating experience to a maximum. You get the sponge cake, the creaminess of the cheesecake, the smooth buttercream and the velvety ganache on top.

We decided to decorate it with mini Reese’s cups to add even more peanut butter chocolate flavor.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

Last week, my brother in law, AKA Uncle Johnny, approached me with the following request: for his Birthday, he wanted a cake that would have his favorites elements, chocolate, peanut butter and cream cheese.

He also said, do not hold back, make the most delicious cake ever. After a few sleepless nights, I had a breakthrough, an EUREKA moment per se. How about using peanut butter cheesecake as a layer? And the rest is history.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

I won’t lie, this is serious cake. Not easy to make and it does take 1-2 days to make. But it’s so worth the effort. When you see your friends and families faces when they take a bite, it’ll make all the work worth your while.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

It was really funny, I had no idea how to decorate it and my husband and I would disagree on different ideas. So while we were discussing, we went on Periscope and live streamed the whole frosting process.

I made the mistake of adding to little Ganache on top and at the last minute I had to make some more.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

I am really really happy on how this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake turned out. And, of course, seeing Uncle Johnny’s face when he saw it was priceless.

If you’re hosting a big party or want to wow someone, then this is it. Did you notice how we added some frosting on top of the mini reese’s cups to make it look like cupcakes? Super cute!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com

I hope you can try this delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet. I promise to repost it.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com



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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert. Find more at www.livingsweetmoments.com
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Uncle Johnny's Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 40 mins
Cooling Time
8 hrs
Total Time
1 hr 55 mins
 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake - This is amazing cake features 2 chocolate cakes, a peanut butter cheesecake all covered in peanut butter buttercream and drizzled with chocolate ganache. The ultimate dessert

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake cake, chocolate cake, peanut butter cake, peanut butter cheesecake
Servings: 32 servings
Calories: 731 kcal
Author: Tiffany Bendayan
Ingredients
For Peanut Butter Cheesecake
  • 24 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup peanut butter the smooth kind
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 4 eggs large and at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
For Chocolate Cake (makes 2 - 9" cakes)
  • 1 Cup Butter unsalted, 2 sticks
  • 2 1/4 Cups Cake Flour
  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Cup Brown Sugar
  • 3/4 Cups Granulated Sugar
  • 4 Eggs large
  • 4 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate
  • 2 Teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 Cup Buttermilk*
For Peanut Butter Buttercream
  • 2 cups Butter softened,
  • 2 cups Peanut Butter the creamy kind
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 6 cups Confectioners’ Sugar sifted
  • 8 Tablespoons Heavy Cream maybe more if needed
For Chocolate Ganache
  • 1 Cup Semi- Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
To decorate:
  • 2 Cups Mini Reese's optional
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
For Peanut Butter Cheesecake
  1. Line the bottom of a 9" springform pan with parchment paper. Spray the bottom and sides with nonstick spray and wrap the outside of the pan with aluminum foil
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  3. Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the cream cheese on medium speed until creamy. About 3 minutes
  4. Add the peanut butter and mix for one more minute
  5. Add brown sugar and granulated sugars and mix for 1-2 minutes. Add the vanilla
  6. Add the eggs, one at a time. Beating well after each addition
  7. Finally, add the sour cream and mix until combined
  8. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan
  9. Place the pan on a large baking pan and fill it 1/3 of the way with boiling water
  10. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until the cake barely jiggles in the center
  11. Remove from heat and place on top of a cooling rack to cool
  12. After the cake cools completely, cover with plastic wrap and freeze
For Chocolate Cakes
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Line the bottom of 2- 9" Cake pans with parchment paper. Spray with nonstick spray the bottom and sides of the cake
  3. In a bowl, sift the flour, baking soda and salt. Place aside
  4. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter and sugar. Cream on medium speed until lightened in color. About 2-3 minutes
  5. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract
  6. Melt the chocolate in the microwave doing 15 second intervals. Do not let chocolate burn
  7. Add the chocolate to the mixer and mix until combined
  8. Reduce speed of mixer
  9. Alternatively add the flour mixture and the buttermilk in 2-3 batches. Starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until combined
  10. Divide the batter between the 2 pans and bake
  11. Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a a skewer inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean
  12. Remove from oven and let them cool on a cooling rack for 20 minutes
  13. After 20 minutes, unmold and let the cool completely on the rack
For Peanut Butter Buttercream
  1. In a stand mixer, cream the butter and peanut butter for 2-3 until soft
  2. Carefully add the powdered sugar in 3-4 batches
  3. Add the vanilla and mix
  4. Finally add the heavy cream and mix. If the buttercream appears to stiff, add some more cream
For Chocolate Ganache
  1. In a bowl, add the chocolate chip
  2. Boil the heavy cream in a pot
  3. Pour the hot heavy cream on top of the chocolate chips and let it stand for 2 minutes
  4. After 2 minutes, mix with a spoon until the chocolate chips are completely melted
Assembly
  1. Remove the frozen cheesecake from the freezer and unmold
  2. With a sharp long knife, slice the top part so it becomes smooth
  3. Repeat the same process with the chocolate cake. Run your knife horizontally along the top to ensure the cake is as flat as possible
  4. Place a little buttercream on the bottom of the cake plate. Place the first chocolate cake on top
  5. Cover with a thin layer of buttercream
  6. Place the cheesecake on top and cover the cheesecake with a thin layer of buttercream
  7. Place the second chocolate cake on top of the cheesecake
  8. Cover the top and the sides of the cake with a thin layer of buttercream (to crumb coat)
  9. Place the cake in the freezer for 10-15 minutes. This will prevent the buttercream to catch any crumbs
  10. Cover the entire top and sides of the cake with the buttercream. Use an off set spatula to smooth down the sides. Save a 1/2 cup of buttercream to decorate the cake
  11. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the buttercream hardens a bit
  12. Drizzle the warm ganache all over the top of the cake and let it drip down the sides
  13. Decorate with the remaining buttercream
  14. If desired, add some reese's cups all over the bottom of the cake
  15. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Uncle Johnny's Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cake
Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
Calories 731 Calories from Fat 432
% Daily Value*
Fat 48g74%
Saturated Fat 23g144%
Cholesterol 123mg41%
Sodium 478mg21%
Potassium 338mg10%
Carbohydrates 65g22%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 53g59%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 1025IU21%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 84mg8%
Iron 1.4mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Sam @ SugarSpunRun says

    July 1, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    5 stars
    I saw this on facebook and just had to come check out your post! You and I are on a similar cheesecake/cake wavelength today but your cake is absolutely STUNNING! I bet your uncle was thrilled and I love how you made the mini reeses cups look like mini cupcakes!

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      July 1, 2015 at 2:47 pm

      Thank you so much Sam!! It means a lot coming from you! Uncle Johnny’s face when he saw the cake was priceless 🙂

      Reply
  2. June @ How to Philosophize with Cake says

    July 4, 2015 at 8:16 am

    Oh my what a cake!! With all that peanut butter and chocolate it has to be good 🙂

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      July 4, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Thanks so much June! It was really good.. like a giant Reese’s candy!

      Reply
  3. Clmosher says

    July 9, 2015 at 10:37 am

    for the chocolate cake layer, you have brown sugar listed twice, in different amounts. Is that supposed to be granulated and brown sugar? And which is which amount?

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      July 9, 2015 at 10:42 am

      Hi! It was granulated sugar and brown sugar. My mistake, sorry about that. It’s been fixed!

      Reply
  4. Ella Thomas says

    September 14, 2015 at 2:42 am

    Hi, this looks amazing! I have been looking for a cake to make my fiancée for his birthday. Cheesecake is his favourite and peanut butter so this is ideal. However we go away 2 days before his birthday and come back on his birthday. If I was to make the cakes and cheesecake before we went and assemble when we got back do you think they would still be ok? Thanks.

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      September 14, 2015 at 12:00 pm

      Ella yes, you should be ok. The only thing I would do different is when you assemble the whole 3 layers of cake, brush some simply syrup on the sponge cakes so they stay moist and don’t dry out.

      Let me know how they come out!

      Reply
  5. Kerry @ Kerry Cooks says

    October 16, 2015 at 3:46 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness lady! What a beautiful, stunning cake! You are so talented. Thanks for entering Cake Club!

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      October 16, 2015 at 9:23 am

      Thanks so much! Glad you like it!

      Reply
  6. Allyson says

    November 12, 2016 at 10:45 am

    What does the 8 mean after cream cheese?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      November 12, 2016 at 11:03 am

      sorry for the confusion! It’s 3 blocks of 8 oz cream cheese.

      Reply
      • Allyson says

        November 19, 2016 at 1:56 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
  7. Sian says

    June 9, 2018 at 4:31 am

    For the sugar in the cheesecake bit it says cup 3/4 as a measure – is that 1 and 3/4 cups or just 3/4 cup?

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      June 9, 2018 at 9:30 am

      just 3/4 cup Sian. Sorry it wasn’t clear. I’ll fix it

      Reply
  8. Karel says

    December 5, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    5 stars
    I love this chocolate cheesecake. Its really looking so yummy and delicious. I really enjoy the reading for tasty recipe of cheesecake.

    Reply
    • Tiffany says

      December 6, 2020 at 3:22 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply

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