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Hot Chocolate Cheesecake

Indulge in Rich Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Bliss at Home

Hot Chocolate Cheesecake is a rich, decadent dessert that combines the flavors of hot cocoa and cheesecake, all in a crunchy Oreo crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo cookies Crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 pinch salt
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese Softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour Gluten-free optional
  • 2 packets hot cocoa Select a sugar-free brand.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 3 large eggs Plant-based eaters can use flax eggs.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup good quality chocolate chips Semi-sweet preferred
  • 1 cup whipped cream Optional
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows Optional
  • 1/4 cup chocolate shavings Optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9” springform pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter and salt. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese in a mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar, flour, and hot cocoa, mixing until creamy.
  4. On low speed, add heavy cream and mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
  5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 200°F (93°C) and bake for 50-55 minutes.
  6. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
  7. Cool on a wire rack until room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  8. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, let sit for a few minutes, then whisk until smooth.
  9. Pour ganache over chilled cheesecake and garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, and shavings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe. This helps achieve a smoother cheesecake filling.

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