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Whole chocolate cheesecake with a smooth chocolate ganache topping.

Chocolate Cheesecake

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Indulge in the ultimate Chocolate Cheesecake recipe. This rich, silky, and deeply decadent dessert is pure bliss for any occasion.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 hours
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 712 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (plus more if needed)
  • 24 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups chopped bittersweet chocolate melted and cooled to room temperature
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for ganache
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream for ganache

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined. It should be the consistency of wet sand. If dry, add a little more melted butter at a time until it reaches the right texture.
  • Firmly press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
    Pressing the chocolate cookie crumb mixture into a springform pan for chocolate cheesecake.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and cocoa powder, and mix until blended.
    Adding granulated sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder to softened cream cheese for chocolate cheesecake.
  • Add eggs and yolks one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth. Gently fold in melted chocolate until evenly distributed.
    Adding eggs and yolks to chocolate cheesecake batter in a mixing bowl.
  • Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55 to 65 minutes or until the center is almost set. The center should still jiggle slightly. Remove from the oven and run a knife around the edge to loosen. Let it cool to room temperature.
    Chocolate cheesecake filling in a round springform pan.
  • In a saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth. Pour this chocolate mixture over the cooled cheesecake, ensuring it is spread evenly.
    Spreading chocolate mixture over a cooled Chocolate Cheesecake in a springform pan.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, remove the sides of the springform pan. Slice and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 712kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 10gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 28gSodium: 255mgFiber: 4g
Keyword Chocolate Cheesecake
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