Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Cheesecake

Step 1

Directions:

Step 2

Bake brownies and when cool, cut into squares.

Step 3

Press 3/4 of the brownie squares into the base of a 9" Springform pan. Reserve rest of brownies.

Step 4

Heat hot fudge sauce for 30 seconds in microwave and then spread 3/4 cup onto brownie base. Set aside.

Step 5

In mixer,  beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar on high until stiff peaks form. Reserve 1 cup of whipped cream and set it aside.

Step 7

Fold the rest of the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture. It should be smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Spread half of the peanut butter mixture on top of brownie base. Cut rest of brownies into small cubes and sprinkle on top.

Step 9

Spread on the rest of the  peanut butter mix.

Step 10

Spread on the reserved whipped cream.

Step 11

Sprinkle chopped peanut butter cups on top and drizzle with remaining hot fudge sauce.

Step 12

Chill for at least 4 hours.

Step 13

Remove sides of springform pan when ready to serve. Dig in!!!! Can store covered in fridge 3 days.