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Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake

Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake with a deep cocoa flavor and a smooth velvety texture, perfect for special occasions or indulgent desserts.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 24 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 6 oz dark chocolate melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare a springform pan.
  2. Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and press into the pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, heavy cream, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, vanilla, and salt.
  5. Pour filling over crust and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
  6. Cool gradually and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix to prevent cracks.
  • Chill thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg