Description
A rich and decadent dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with luxurious chocolate for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham crackers, crushed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup baking cocoa
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 12 oz bittersweet chocolate chips
- 24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp baking cocoa powder
- 5 large eggs
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate bar
- 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Reddi-Wip for garnish
- Chocolate syrup for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Crush the graham crackers using a rolling pin in a plastic bag. In a small bowl, mix together the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir in the melted butter until combined, and then press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a double boiler, melt the bittersweet chocolate chips, stirring occasionally, then set aside.
- In a food processor, blend the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder. Add eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Pour in the melted chocolate and pulse until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust. Bake for 75-80 minutes until slightly jiggly but mostly set. Remove from the oven and cool completely before refrigerating for 4-6 hours.
- Heat 2/3 cup whipping cream and 2 tbsp butter in the microwave. Add the semi-sweet chocolate to the warm cream, let sit for 1 minute, then stir until fully melted. Cool to room temperature before pouring over the cold cheesecake.
- Optionally, grate or shred the remaining chocolate bar and sprinkle over the ganache. Let set for 1 hour before slicing.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate, dessert, truffle, rich, indulgent