Indulge your sweet tooth with this creamy and decadent Nutella Cheesecake. With a buttery graham cracker crust, rich chocolate hazelnut filling, and topped with a generous drizzle of Nutella, this dessert is sure to satisfy any dessert lover's cravings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, Nutella, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is set.
- Let the cheesecake cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Drizzle Nutella on top before serving.
- Slice and enjoy the creamy Nutella Cheesecake!
Interesting Facts
Nutella was created during World War II when a pastry maker mixed hazelnuts into chocolate to extend his chocolate supply.
Nutella contains approximately 50 hazelnuts per jar.