Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
A rich and creamy cheesecake layered with chocolate goodness, perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings and impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 3 packages 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cups 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 8 ounces 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and cooled
For the Topping
- 1 cup 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups ½ cup heavy cream
- to taste Optional: Whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Incorporate the melted, cooled bittersweet chocolate into the cream cheese mixture and mix until well combined.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake filling over your prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Topping
- To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl, let sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Remove the cooled cheesecake from the springform pan and pour the chocolate ganache over the top.
- For a final flourish, top it with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Ensure your cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. You can microwave it in short bursts if you forget to take it out early. Any leftover crust ingredients can be baked in a mini muffin tin for a snack. Consider adding chocolate shavings or crushed nuts on top for a decorative finish.