How to Whip Up The Perfect Chocolate Cheesecake in 7 Simple Steps!
A delicious chocolate cheesecake that is perfect for all chocolate lovers! This rich and creamy dessert pairs a chocolaty crust with a smooth filling. Follow these simple steps for a dessert to impress.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Use a food processor to grind cookies into fine crumbs.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted
- 3 packages cream cheese 24 ounces total, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs At room temperature
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate Melted and cooled
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add sugar and flour, and continue to beat until combined.
- Add vanilla extract and mix on low speed. Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour in melted chocolate, and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Pour the filling onto the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes or until center is set. Let cheesecake cool in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
This chocolate cheesecake can be topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for added flavor and presentation.