Decadent hot chocolate cheesecake (Printable Version)
A luscious cheesecake blending rich cocoa flavors with a crisp Oreo crust and creamy topping.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Crust
01 -
360 g Oreo cookies, finely crushed
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70 g unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
03 -
680 g cream cheese, room temperature
04 -
150 g granulated sugar
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60 g hot cocoa mix (approx. 2 packets)
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33 g unsweetened cocoa powder
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120 g sour cream, room temperature
08 -
60 ml heavy cream, room temperature
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5 ml pure vanilla extract
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4 large eggs, room temperature
→ Topping
11 -
360 ml heavy cream, cold
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30 g powdered sugar
13 -
5 ml pure vanilla extract
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Preheat oven to 163°C. Grease a 23 cm springform pan with baking spray, line the bottom with parchment paper, then spray the paper.
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Process Oreos into fine crumbs. Combine crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until evenly moistened.
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Press crumb mixture into bottom and halfway up the sides of the prepared pan. Compact firmly with the bottom of a measuring cup.
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Bake crust in preheated oven for 11 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Using a mixer on high speed, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar for 2 minutes. Scrape bowl to incorporate all ingredients.
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Add hot cocoa mix, cocoa powder, sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until combined, scraping bowl as needed.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined. Finish folding mixture with a spatula.
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Pour filling over baked crust. Place springform pan in a larger pan and add hot water to halfway up the sides to create a water bath.
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Bake for 75 to 85 minutes, until edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle when gently shaken.
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Turn oven off, crack door open, and let cheesecake cool in oven for 30 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
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Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to develop texture and flavor.
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Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract on high speed until medium peaks form.
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Remove cheesecake from pan and parchment paper. Spread whipped cream evenly over the top before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Use ingredients at specified temperatures for optimal texture. A water bath prevents cracking and ensures even baking. Chilling overnight improves flavor and consistency.