Decadent and creamy chocolate cheesecake recipe

This chocolate cheesecake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. With a buttery chocolate crust and a creamy chocolate filling, this cheesecake is a delightfully rich and decadent treat. It is perfect for special occasions or simply as a way to satisfy your chocolate cravings. Serve it chilled, and watch as your guests go wild for this irresistible dessert.

Ingredients

• For the crust:
• 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the filling:
• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
• For the topping:
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chocolate shavings, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even crust.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and cocoa powder, and beat until well combined.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour in the melted semisweet chocolate and mix until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
6. Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is slightly puffed.
8. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, run a knife around the edges to loosen it from the pan. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to the refrigerator.
9. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible, to allow it to set.
10. Once chilled, prepare the topping by whipping the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
11. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cheesecake. Garnish with chocolate shavings.
12. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

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