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Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Rich and creamy chocolate raspberry cheesecake with a decadent crust and ganache, the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • medium pot
  • heatproof bowl
  • Food Processor
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • roasting pan or large baking pan

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 full-size package Oreo cookies, crushed into fine crumbs (36 sandwich cookies in total)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped (340g)
  • 2 teaspoons espresso powder
  • 1 and ½ pounds full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature (680g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (198g)
  • cup light brown sugar, packed (71 grams)
  • 2 and ½ Tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks, at room temperature
  • ¾ cup heavy cream, at room temperature (170g)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (120 grams)

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 and ⅓ cups semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped (226g)
  • 1 and ¼ cups heavy cream (283 grams)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature (57g)

For Garnish (optional)

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (120 grams)
  • 1 cup chocolate sauce (use your favorite store-bought variety)
  • ½ teaspoon cocoa powder

Instructions
 

For the Crust

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Wrap the outside of the pan in layers of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • In a large bowl combine the crushed cookie crumbs and melted butter, mix well to combine.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom - and slightly up the sides - of the prepared pan.
  • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove the crust from the oven and set aside on a cooling rack until needed. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F.

For the Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

  • Fill a medium pot one-third full with water and bring it to a low simmer over medium heat. Place a heatproof bowl on top.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped chocolate and espresso powder into the bowl. Heat until the chocolate is completely melted.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the cream cheese until completely smooth. Add in both sugars and cocoa powder and beat smooth. Add in the eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, beating until just combined.
  • Slowly add in the heavy cream and vanilla, mix until just combined.
  • Fold in the melted chocolate until evenly mixed.
  • Pour half of filling over the crust. Add raspberries in a single layer, then pour remaining batter on top.
  • Place the springform pan in a roasting pan and pour enough hot water into the pan to come 1 inch up the sides.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Allow to cool completely.
  • Chill for at least 6 hours before removing from the pan and slicing.

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • Add chopped chocolate to a bowl and set aside. In a small saucepan, bring the cream to a boil, then pour over the chocolate.
  • Whisk until smooth, then add in the butter and stir until melted. Set aside until needed.
  • Pour ganache over cooled cheesecake and let set for about 1 hour.

To Garnish & Serve

  • Slice the cheesecake with a thin-bladed knife, wiping clean between cuts. Top with chocolate sauce, fresh raspberries, and dust with cocoa powder.
  • Store loosely covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

For optimal results, chill the cheesecake completely before serving. The cheesecake keeps best without toppings, except for ganache.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cheesecake, chocolate, cream cheese, dessert, ganache, Raspberry
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