Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Cheesecake

Prepare the Chocolate Cake Layer:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.

Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.

Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled chocolate cake layer in the springform pan.

Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.

Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.

Prep Time: 45 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Total Time: 7 hours (including chilling time)

Kcal: 550 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings