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Rich & Creamy Chocolate Cheesecake

Irresistibly Rich & Creamy Chocolate Cheesecake You’ll Adore

A delightful Rich & Creamy Chocolate Cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust, perfect for any gathering and requiring no baking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies Essential for a crunchy base with sweet chocolate flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Binds the cookie crumbs and enhances the buttery flavor.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Creates that rich and creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the filling smoothly.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses the filling with aromatic notes.
  • 8 ounces Semi-Sweet/Dark Chocolate Provides the main rich flavor component.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Adds lightness and richness to the filling.
For the Ganache
  • 6 ounces Chopped Semi-Sweet Chocolate Creates a delicious glossy finish on top.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Used in the ganache for a silky smooth consistency.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Springform Pan
  • Microwave
  • Saucepan
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Steps
  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the springform pan and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Filling: Melt the chocolate, then beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Fold in the melted chocolate.
  3. Incorporate Whipped Cream: Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold it into the chocolate cream cheese mixture.
  4. Assemble and Chill: Spread the filling over the crust and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
  5. Prepare Ganache: Heat the cream, pour over chocolate, and stir until smooth to make ganache for topping.
  6. Final Chill: Drizzle ganache over the cheesecake and chill for an additional 30-60 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Allow sufficient chilling time for best results.

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