Description
A rich and decadent chocolate cheesecake that combines creamy cheesecake with intense chocolate flavors.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter, press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes, then let cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in vanilla, sour cream, melted chocolate, and cocoa powder.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish with chocolate chips before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- Let cheesecake cool completely before slicing.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chocolate cheesecake, death by chocolate, dessert recipe, chocolate dessert