Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe: Indulge in Creamy Homemade Delight
Indulge in this creamy homemade chocolate cheesecake that promises to satisfy your dessert cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream and melted chocolate until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg