Description
A decadent cheesecake that combines rich chocolate flavors with a creamy texture, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until well-coated, then press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set. Pour chocolate ganache over the top and spread evenly; garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate for the ganache. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg