Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake

Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake
240 min.
16
335kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering. This rich and creamy cheesecake is a delightful fusion of velvety cream cheese and luscious chocolate, making it the perfect treat for chocolate lovers. With a buttery Oreo crust that adds a delightful crunch, each bite is a heavenly experience that balances sweetness and richness.

Imagine serving this show-stopping dessert at your next celebration, where its glossy chocolate ganache topping glistens invitingly, beckoning guests to dig in. The combination of smooth cream cheese, semi-sweet chocolate, and a hint of sour cream creates a flavor profile that is both sophisticated and comforting. Plus, with a preparation time of just four hours, you can easily whip it up ahead of time, allowing the cheesecake to chill and set perfectly in the refrigerator.

Whether it's a birthday, holiday, or simply a weekend treat, this cheesecake is sure to impress. With 16 generous servings, it’s ideal for sharing, and the calorie count of 335 per slice makes it a guilt-free indulgence. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 18  crème-filled chocolate sandwich cookies crushed
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • 24 ounce cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • ounce semi chocolate chips divided
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F if using a 9-in. silver springform pan (or to 325 degrees F if using a 9-in. dark nonstick springform pan.)
  2. Combine crumbs and butter. Press firmly onto bottom of pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  4. Add sour cream; mix well.
  5. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until blended. Chop 8 of the squares of chocolate; stir into batter.
  6. Pour over crust.
  7. Bake 45 to 50 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife or metal spatula around side of pan to loosen cake. Cool completely.
  8. Chop remaining 4 squares of chocolate. Bring cream to simmer in small saucepan on low heat.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Add chocolate; stir until completely melted. Cool slightly.
  11. Pour over cheesecake. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
  12. Remove side of pan before serving. Store leftover cheesecake in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein5.72%
Fat67.58%
Carbs26.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.19
Glycemic Load
7.18
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.320434787999%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.58kcal
16.73%
Fat:25.66g
39.47%
Saturated Fat:14.26g
89.13%
Carbohydrates:22.8g
7.6%
Net Carbohydrates:22.27g
8.1%
Sugar:17.59g
19.55%
Cholesterol:94.02mg
31.34%
Sodium:224.93mg
9.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.88g
9.77%
Vitamin A:859.55IU
17.19%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.62%
Selenium:7.62µg
10.89%
Iron:1.95mg
10.86%
Phosphorus:89.63mg
8.96%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.5%
Calcium:62.92mg
6.29%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.16%
Vitamin K:5.34µg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.62%
Folate:16.77µg
4.19%
Copper:0.08mg
4.18%
Magnesium:15.59mg
3.9%
Potassium:126.24mg
3.61%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.41%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.39%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.89%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.36%
Fiber:0.53g
2.13%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.12%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%
Source:Allrecipes