Decadent Chocolate Almond Marble Cheesecake

This delicious chocolate almond marble cheesecake is a showstopper dessert that combines the creaminess of cheesecake with rich chocolate and crunchy almonds. The marbled effect adds a beautiful touch to the dessert, making it perfect for special occasions or as a treat for yourself. It's a must-try recipe for all the chocolate and cheesecake lovers out there!

Ingredients

• For the crust:
• - 1 1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
• - 1/4 cup melted butter
• - 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
• For the cheesecake filling:
• - 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• - 1 cup granulated sugar
• - 3 eggs
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
• - 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• For the almond topping:
• - 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and chopped almonds for the crust. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Take 1 cup of the cream cheese mixture and transfer it to a separate bowl. Add the melted chocolate chips and cocoa powder to this portion and stir well until fully combined.
5. Pour half of the plain cream cheese mixture onto the prepared crust in the springform pan. Spoon half of the chocolate cream cheese mixture in dollops over the plain mixture. Use a knife to gently swirl the two mixtures together to create a marbled effect.
6. Repeat the process with the remaining cream cheese and chocolate mixtures, creating another layer of marbled mixture on top.
7. Sprinkle the sliced almonds and granulated sugar over the top of the cheesecake.
8. Place the springform pan onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
10. To serve, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and enjoy!
11. Note: You can decorate the cheesecake with additional melted chocolate drizzle or whipped cream, if desired.

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