Chocolate Cheesecake
This decadent Chocolate Cheesecake is a culinary journey to pure bliss. It features a rich, velvety texture and intense chocolate flavor, making it a true centerpiece dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 75 mins
- Total Time: 12 hours
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free crust)
Ingredients
2 cups Chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed
6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
32 ounces Cream cheese, full-fat, softened at room temperature
1½ cups Granulated sugar
½ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
4 Large eggs, room temperature
1 Large egg yolk, room temperature
½ cup Sour cream, full-fat, room temperature
¼ cup Heavy cream
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
8 ounces Semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
Pinch of salt
4 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (for ganache)
½ cup Heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the outside bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Finely crush the chocolate wafer cookies and combine with melted butter, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Press mixture into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set and cool completely
- In a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and cocoa powder. Add eggs one at a time, then add egg yolk, sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and melted chocolate. Mix until fully incorporated
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and gently tap to release air bubbles. Place the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the roasting pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 60-75 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack for another 1-2 hours and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight
- To prepare ganache, heat heavy cream and pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth and pour over chilled cheesecake. Allow to set before serving
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing.
Chill thoroughly for the best flavor and texture.
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