Midnight Cheesecake Recipe: Indulgent Delight for Late-Night Cravings
This Midnight Cheesecake is the perfect indulgent treat to satisfy your late-night cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and mix well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add vanilla extract and cocoa powder, and blend until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust, then sprinkle with chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for 50-60 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 high-quality chocolate chips.
- Serve with whipped cream or fruit topping for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg