Hot Chocolate Cheesecake: Indulgent Dessert to Warm Your Heart
A luscious and decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of hot chocolate and cheesecake for a delightful treat.
- 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 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted
- 1 cup hot chocolate mix
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter to form the crust.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, melted chocolate, and hot chocolate mix; blend well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for better flavor development.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg