Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake

Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
Step 2: Make the Peanut Butter Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Step 3: Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Step 4: Assemble & Chill
Spread the peanut butter cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set properly.
Step 5: Make the Chocolate Ganache
Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer, then pour it over the chocolate chips.
Stir until smooth and silky. Let the ganache cool slightly before drizzling it over the cheesecake.
Step 6: Add the Final Touches
Sprinkle the cheesecake with chopped peanut butter cups and crushed peanuts.
Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream before slicing and serving.
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