Double Chocolate Cheesecake

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Servings: 16 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, dense, and intensely chocolatey no-bake style cheesecake that is easier than it looks.
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This decadent Double Chocolate Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. It combines the creamy tang of softened cream cheese with the deep, robust flavor of cocoa powder and sweet condensed milk. The texture is incredibly smooth and dense, offering a luxurious mouthfeel without the hassle of a water bath or long baking times. Because it relies on the setting power of the cream cheese and the sweetness of the condensed milk, it requires only a brief bake to set the eggs and warm through. It’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any evening where you want to impress guests with minimal stress. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect finish.

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Double Chocolate Cheesecake

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 16 Calories: 2641.3

Description

This decadent Double Chocolate Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. It combines the creamy tang of softened cream cheese with the deep, robust flavor of cocoa powder and sweet condensed milk. The texture is incredibly smooth and dense, offering a luxurious mouthfeel without the hassle of a water bath or long baking times. Because it relies on the setting power of the cream cheese and the sweetness of the condensed milk, it requires only a brief bake to set the eggs and warm through. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any evening where you want to impress guests with minimal stress. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect finish.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325ðF (165ðC). Grease a 9-inch springform pan lightly with butter or line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe dish or over low heat on the stove.
  3. Stir the cocoa powder into the melted butter until smooth. Set this chocolate mixture aside to cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is completely smooth, creamy, and free of lumps.
  5. Add the salt and the reserved chocolate-butter mixture to the cream cheese. Mix on medium speed until fully combined and uniform in color.
  6. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix just until incorporated to avoid adding too much air.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract and the condensed milk until the batter is thick and glossy.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula if desired.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  10. Turn off the oven and crack the door open slightly. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for another 30 minutes to prevent cracking.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature.
  12. Once cooled, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set firmly.
  13. Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2641.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 234.4g361%
Saturated Fat 142.9g715%
Cholesterol 764.8mg255%
Sodium 3440.8mg144%
Total Carbohydrate 93.9g32%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g45%
Sugars 64.4g
Protein 56.1g113%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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