Description
A rich and indulgent cheesecake featuring dark chocolate and fresh raspberries, perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces melted dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup whipped cream
- ½ cup chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter in a bowl, then press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to create the crust.
- Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add in the melted dark chocolate and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing minimally after each addition to prevent cracks.
- Fold in the fresh raspberries gently.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly but set at the edges.
- Let it cool for a bit, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for the best texture and flavor. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg