Cinnamon Roll Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake with Espresso & Chocolate Topping

Ingredients

• Cinnamon Roll Base:
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Peanut Butter Cup Filling:
• 16 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped peanut butter cups
• Espresso & Chocolate Topping:
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. In a small mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined and the texture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes and set aside to cool.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, peanut butter, and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each one is fully incorporated before adding the next.
6. Mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until well combined, then fold in the chopped peanut butter cups.
7. Pour the filling over the cooled cinnamon roll crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly soft and jiggly.
9. Cool the cheesecake at room temperature for 30 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
10. Prepare the topping by melting chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter in a double boiler or the microwave. Mix in the instant espresso powder until completely dissolved.
11. Spread the topping over the chilled cheesecake and return it to the refrigerator for at least 30 more minutes.
12. To serve, run a knife around the edge of the springform pan to loosen the cheesecake, then remove the sides of the pan. Cut into slices and enjoy!