Rich Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the decadent delight of this Rich Chocolate Cheesecake, a luscious creation that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the rich flavor of dark chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible taste and velvety texture.
Recipe Overview:
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 655.7
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 180g | Plain flour |
| 100g | Butter |
| 50g | Caster sugar |
| 50g | Dark chocolate |
| 50g | Butter |
| 80g | Caster sugar |
| 450g | Cream cheese |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 1 | Vanilla pod |
| 35g | Vanilla essence |
| 150g | Cornflour |
| 100g | Dark chocolate (for decoration) |
| (Additional ingredients: cocoa powder for dusting) |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
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Prepare cake tin: Lightly grease and line a 23cm (9-inch) springform cake tin.
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Prepare base: In a bowl, sift the plain flour, then rub in 100g of butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in 50g of caster sugar and melted dark chocolate. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the base of the tin and press down gently.
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Bake base: Bake the base for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
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Prepare filling: In another bowl, beat together 50g of butter, 80g of caster sugar, and melted dark chocolate until light and fluffy. Add the cream cheese and beat well.
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Incorporate eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Add flavorings: If using a vanilla pod, cut it in half lengthways and scrape the seeds into the mixture. Otherwise, add the vanilla essence. Stir in the cornflour.
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Finalize filling: Add any additional flavorings like yogurt and milk chocolate. Mix until well combined.
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Assemble cheesecake: Place the cake tin onto a flat baking tray to catch any drips. Pour the filling into the prepared base.
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Decorate: Drizzle or spread melted dark chocolate over the top of the cheesecake.
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Bake: Bake the cheesecake for about 50 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the center still has a slight wobble.
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Cool: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake to cool inside with the door ajar for about an hour.
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Chill: Once cooled, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or until set.
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Serve: Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with a little cocoa powder for an extra touch of decadence.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 655.7
- Fat: 46.8g
- Saturated Fat: 27.4g
- Cholesterol: 174.7mg
- Sodium: 354.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3.4g
- Sugar: 24.8g
- Protein: 11.5g
This Rich Chocolate Cheesecake is a true delight for chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Its velvety smooth texture and rich flavor make it the perfect treat for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a cozy night in. So go ahead, indulge your sweet tooth and treat yourself to a slice of this heavenly dessert!
