Description
A delightful and rich dessert combining layers of chocolate and cream, perfect for any occasion without baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200g) chocolate graham crackers or crushed chocolate cookies
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed chocolate graham crackers or cookies with melted butter. Mix until evenly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the cream layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Spread the cream layer evenly over the chilled crust. Return to the refrigerator.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the cream layer.
- Spread the ganache evenly over the cream layer. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings, whipped cream, or fresh berries if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Make sure to use softened cream cheese for easy mixing. You can use any type of chocolate cookies for the crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: no-bake cake, chocolate cake, dessert, party cake, creamy cake