Description
A delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the smoothness of mascarpone cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup melted dark chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan to create the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the melted dark chocolate until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For best taste, serve chilled. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate dessert, mascarpone cheesecake