snickers cheesecake araffe cake Ingredients: For the Cheesecake Layer: 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup heavy cream For the Snickers Layer: 1 cup Snickers bars, chopped (about 10 fun-size bars) 1/2 cup caramel sauce For the Araffe Layers: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk For the Ganache Topping: 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup heavy cream Additional: 1 cup chopped peanuts (optional) Additional caramel sauce for drizzling Instructions: Cheesecake Layer: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar and beat until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth. Snickers Layer: In a small bowl, combine the chopped Snickers bars with 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Araffe Layers: In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, until well combined. Assembling the Cake: Pour half of the araffe batter into the prepared springform pan and spread evenly. Spread the Snickers mixture evenly over the araffe layer. Pour the cheesecake batter over the Snickers layer and spread evenly. Top with [...]