Description
There’s something truly magical about the Ultimate Chocolate Cheesecake. It’s not just a dessert; it’s an experience. The rich, velvety texture of the cheesecake, combined with the deep, luxurious chocolate, creates a symphony of flavors that dances across the palate. The addition of a hint of espresso powder deepens the chocolate flavor, making each bite more memorable than the last. The chocolate ganache topping adds a glossy finish that not only looks stunning but adds an extra layer of chocolate bliss.
Ingredients
Crust:
3 cups (403g) Oreo crumbs (about 35 Oreos)
4 tbsp (56g) butter, melted
Filling:
24 oz (678g) cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup (207g) sugar
4 tbsp (29g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup (173g) sour cream, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp espresso powder (optional)
12 oz (339g) semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
4 large eggs, room temperature
Chocolate Ganache Topping:
4 oz (113g) semi-sweet chocolate
6 tbsp heavy whipping cream
Chocolate Whipped Cream:
1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
4 tbsp (29g) powdered sugar
3 tbsp (21g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate baking bar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
CRUST: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides. Combine Oreo crumbs and butter, press into the pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then cool.
CHEESECAKE: Reduce oven to 300°F (148°C). Mix cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and espresso powder. Gradually blend in melted chocolate. Add eggs one at a time. Pour into crust, place in water bath, and bake for 1 hour 20-25 minutes. Turn off oven, leave door closed for 30 minutes, then ajar for 30 minutes. Cool in fridge 5-6 hours.
TOPPING: For ganache, heat cream to a boil, pour over chocolate, whisk after 2-3 minutes until smooth. Spread over cheesecake. Whip cream, sugar, cocoa, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Pipe onto cheesecake, add chocolate shavings for garnish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 980