Deep Dark Chocolate Cheesecake
Deep Dark Chocolate Cheesecake is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 350°F.
Butter 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 3-inch-high sides.
Blend cookies in processor until finely ground; blend in sugar.
Add melted butter and process until well blended.
Press crumbs evenly onto bottom (not sides) of prepared pan.
Bake just until set, about 5 minutes.
Cool while preparing filling.
Maintain oven temperature.
Stir chopped chocolate in metal bowl set over saucepan of simmering water until melted and smooth.
Remove bowl from over water; cool chocolate until lukewarm but still pourable.
Blend cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder in processor until smooth.
Blend in eggs 1 at a time.
Mix in lukewarm chocolate.
Pour filling over crust; smooth top.
Bake until center is just set and just appears dry, about 1 hour.
Cool 5 minutes.
Run knife around sides of cake to loosen.
Chill overnight.
Stir cream, 6 ounces chocolate, and sugar in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until smooth.
Cool slightly.
Pour over center of cheesecake, spreading to within 1/2 inch of edge and filling any cracks.
Chill until topping is set, about 1 hour.
Do ahead: Can be made 3 days ahead.
Cover with foil and keep refrigerated.
Release pan sides.
Transfer cheesecake to platter.
Top with chocolate curls.
Let stand 2 hours at room temperature before serving.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.