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Triple Threat Chocolate Cheesecake

October 17, 2018

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The BEST Chocolate Cheesecake recipe you’ll ever try! Extra creamy, totally decadent, with the richest chocolate flavor imaginable. This showstopper of a dessert is easier than you think and will satisfy even your biggest chocolate craving! Love cheesecake? We do too! Make sure to check out these fan favorites: Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars, No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake and my personal favorite, White Chocolate Cranberry Cheesecake – delicious!

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Chocolate Cheesecake

Cheesecake is my very favorite dessert. Like my VERY. FAVORITE. dessert. If you’ve been a Mom On Timeout reader for any length of time, you are probably aware of this fact due to the plethora of cheesecake recipes that I have on my site.

I have shared many, many cheesecake desserts but some of my very favorites (like the ones you need to check out right this second) are my Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Mini Cheesecakes, No Bake Banana Cream Pudding Cheesecake, and this Baked Cherry Cheesecake French Toast which a Christmas morning favorite.

This chocolate cheesecake is nothing shy of sinful but it is definitely worth it. When you’re in the mood to treat yourself to a perfectly decadent dessert – give this cheesecake a try. It is truly the ultimate dessert for a chocolate and cheesecake lover.

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What Ingredients Are In A Chocolate Cheesecake?

I make my cheesecake with an Oreo crust because, more chocolate is more better, amiright? The crust consists of just two ingredients:

  • Oreo cookies
  • Butter

The chocolate cheesecake filling is a little more complicated but made with ingredients you may already have on hand:

  • cream cheese
  • sugar
  • flour
  • vanilla
  • chocolate
  • eggs
  • heavy whipping cream
  • raspberries – optional

I like to top my cheesecake with a layer of ganache and top it with fresh raspberries or strawberries. I love that pop of color against the chocolate!

How To Make the Best Chocolate Cheesecake

We’re going to start with the Oreo crust. Mix the crushed cookie crumbs and butter and press onto the bottom of a springform pan and bake.

Now it’s time for the chocolate cheesecake filling. Melt the chocolate and let cool slightly. Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, and vanilla together

Add melted chocolate and mix until well combined. Add eggs one at a time mixing on low speed just until blended.

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Pour mixture over crust and bake until center is almost set. To prevent serious cracking, cook the cheesecake in a water bath and handle with care.

Don’t remove the cheesecake from the oven right away. Open the oven door and let sit for 30 minutes before gently removing the chocolate cheesecake from the oven. Some small cracks may appear like you see below but don’t worry, we’re going to cover it with a ganache topping after it’s cooled.

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Run a knife around the rim of pan to loosen cake and cool before removing rim. Refrigerate for at least four hours to be sure the cheesecake is completely chilled and set.

Time for the ganache! Ganache is the perfect topping for this cheesecake – rich and delicious and it fills in any cracks that may have developed in your cheesecake. Bring the whipping cream just to a simmer over medium heat. You need to watch it carefully because once it starts to bubble it can bubble over quickly. Pour the whipping cream over the chocolate and whisk until nice and smooth.

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Let the ganache cool for about 20 minutes before pouring over the cheesecake. Start in the center and let the ganache pool out to the edges of the cheesecake stopping just before it goes over the edge. That is, unless you want it to spill over the edges – also very pretty! Chill the cheesecake until the ganache is set up and firm.

Time to add the raspberries. Raspberries are totally optional but they really add some brightness that cuts through the intense chocolate of the cheesecake.

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Tips For This Chocolate Cheesecake

  • Don’t over beat the cream cheese mixture. Use a low speed on your stand mixer or hand mixer and beat until ingredients are incorporated. You don’t want to add air to the mixture which can happen when beating at high speeds or over mixing. This causes cracks so be cautious.
  • Use a springform pan. This is how to easily extract your cheesecake. The sides are removable which is perfect for cheesecakes.
  • Use room temperature, full- fat cream cheese.
  • Don’t skip the flour. That tiny little amount makes a big difference in keeping the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Let cool completely – at least 4 hours – before topping with the ganache.

What You Need To Make This Chocolate Cheesecake

  • Springform Pan
  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer – I do not recommend making this cheesecake by hand.
  • Oreos
  • Vanilla Extract

How To Make A Chocolate Cheesecake

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Triple Threat Chocolate Cheesecake

The BEST Chocolate Cheesecake recipe you'll ever try! Extra creamy, totally decadent, with the richest chocolate flavor imaginable. This showstopper of a dessert is easier than you think and will satisfy even your biggest chocolate craving! 
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesecake, chocolate, dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 553kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 18 Oreo cookies {creme removed} crushed
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 32 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate
  • 4 eggs room temperature

Ganache Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz bittersweet chocolate chopped

Optional

  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Mix the crushed cookie crumbs and butter and press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Melt semi-sweet chocolate and let cool slightly. I melted the chocolate in the microwave by heating in 15 second increments and stirring in between.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour, and vanilla with mixer on low speed until very well blended.
  • Add melted chocolate and mix until well combined.
  • Add eggs one at a time mixing on low speed just until blended.
  • Pour mixture over crust and bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour or just until center is almost set. To prevent cracking, cook the cheesecake in a water bath and handle with care.
  • Run a knife around the rim of pan to loosen cake and cool before removing rim.
  • Refrigerate for four hours.

Ganache Topping

  • Place bittersweet chocolate in a heat-proof bowl and set aside.
  • Bring the whipping cream just to a simmer over medium heat. You need to watch it carefully because once it starts to bubble it can bubble over quickly.
  • Pour the whipping cream over the chocolate and whisk until nice and smooth.
  • Let the ganache cool for about 20 minutes before pouring over the cheesecake.
  • Start in the center and let the ganache pool out to the edges of the cheesecake stopping just before it goes over the edge. That is, unless you want it to spill over the edges - also very pretty! Chill the cheesecake until the ganache is set up and firm {20-30 minutes}.
  • Time to add the raspberries. Raspberries are totally optional but they really add some brightness that cuts through the intense chocolate of the cheesecake.

Nutrition

Calories: 553kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 281mg | Potassium: 294mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 1100IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 3.4mg

Originally published October 9, 2012.

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Comments

  1. Melissa says

    March 16, 2020 at 6:31 PM

    This is hands down my knew to recipe. Followed exactly and it’s perfect. Thank you

    Reply
  2. Mutha Fukker says

    October 29, 2016 at 12:06 PM

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    Reply
  3. Shannon says

    October 27, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Am I missing where it tells what chocolate is for the cheesecake and which is for the ganache? I melted both chocolates together and poured them into the cheesecake mixture because it only said “melt chocolate”. It wasn’t until after that that I saw I needed chocolate for the ganache :/

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      October 27, 2013 at 3:07 PM

      The first chocolate is for the cake and the second listed is for the ganache. The cheesecake should still turn out – it will just be very chocolatey. Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  4. Nancy Pfeifer says

    March 13, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Oh my sweetness!!! must try this. I hope you linked this week- http://atozebracelebrations.com/2013/03/link-party-every-tuesday.html
    Nancy

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 13, 2013 at 7:03 PM

      Thank you so much Nancy!

      Reply
  5. Ginger says

    February 21, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Wow! That looks amazing. I think my husband would love me forever if I made this. Well, I hope he loves me forever anyway. 🙂

    I’d love if you shared this recipe at my Show & Tell party this week. http://www.gingerlymade.com/2013/02/show-tell-14.html

    Reply
  6. Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says

    February 20, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Mmmmm…every time I look at it…makes me want to lick the screen!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 21, 2013 at 7:24 PM

      hehe! It is pretty good looking huh? 🙂

      Reply
  7. Alyssa Rivers says

    February 19, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Delicious! I am making this as soon as I get home from my cruise and eating it all by myself… hehe Pinned!

    Reply
  8. Holly Lefevre says

    February 18, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    That look like a whole lotta yummy trouble!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 19, 2013 at 6:26 PM

      Fo’ sure!

      Reply
  9. Kristin says

    January 5, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    Oh my goodness! This just looks incredible!!! Must make it – I love chocolate cheesecake. It is probably my favorite food of all time 🙂

    Reply
  10. Shelly says

    December 24, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    This looks so yummy! Trying it out in a few minutes…

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 26, 2012 at 8:12 AM

      Ooh! I hope you loved it as much as I do 🙂

      Reply
  11. Tamsyn says

    December 1, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Oh my goodness, this looks so delicious!! Chocolate and raspberries are my all time favorite combination, thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 4, 2012 at 8:29 AM

      Ooh I love chocolate and raspberries too! Thanks for stopping by Tamysn!

      Reply
  12. Meg @ BigRedClifford says

    November 30, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    This, looks amazeballs!! Thanks so much for sharing… now I will have cheesecake dreams until this gets in my body! Thanks for linking up too!

    Reply
  13. Mel says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    That looks so good! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  14. Roslyn says

    November 25, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    Wow what an amazing cake. Looks absolutely divine – I don’t think it would last long enough around here for me to even take photos!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 27, 2012 at 1:28 PM

      Ha! That can be difficult 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by Roslyn!

      Reply
  15. Claire says

    November 24, 2012 at 3:24 AM

    Great project !

    I would love you to come and share it at my Craft, Create & Inspire Linky party

    http://polkadotpretties.com/2012/11/craft-create-inspire-linky-party-5/

    Hope to see you there:)

    Claire@ Polkadot pretties x

    Reply
  16. northern cottage says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    mmmmmm – you’ve made my mouth water with these fab shots! I’m pinning now and making SOON! yum!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 15, 2012 at 3:29 PM

      Yay! You won’t be disappointed…just make sure you have a glass of milk nearby 😉

      Reply
  17. Kathie says

    November 12, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Now that is a seriously good looking chocolate cake! Hope you’ll share it at my party!
    http://kraftykat76.blogspot.com/2012/11/gettin-krafty-with-it_12.html

    Reply
  18. Winnie says

    October 22, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    It’s an amazing looking cake!
    I’m pinning this

    Reply
  19. Mrs Happy Homemaker says

    October 21, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Hi Trish – this looks fantastic!! I have featured it on this week’s bulletin board. Come on by and check it out! 🙂 http://www.mrshappyhomemaker.com/2012/10/the-bulletin-board-9/

    Reply
  20. Bobi Jensen says

    October 20, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    Oh my gosh…those pictures are killing me. This looks so so good!

    Hey, I have a weekend link party I’d love for you to join if you’d like:

    http://westernwarmth.blogspot.com/2012/10/weekend-warmth-6.html

    Thanks, Bobi

    Reply
  21. WTFab says

    October 19, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    WOW this looks amazing! Would love if if you linked up on my blog hop http://www.w-t-fab.com/search/label/bloghop. Also let me know if you’d like to follow each other!

    Reply
  22. Nancy at maddalee™ says

    October 19, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Hi Trish, what deliciousness! I’m a new follower, thank you so much for sharing on Nap Time Crafters.

    Have a good day, Nancy

    Reply
  23. Emily says

    October 18, 2012 at 10:53 PM

    loving the holiday blog :o) This cake looks amazing, and I wish I had a slice with the coffee I am drinking right now. I came over from Catch a Glimpse.

    Reply
  24. Nicole @ WonkyWonderful says

    October 17, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Holy Muthuh! This looks to die for! I could eat the entire cheesecake … and then I probably would die from chocolate overdose! Worth the risk 🙂

    Reply
  25. Sparkle says

    October 16, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Yummy!!! I’m so hungry now 😉

    Reply
  26. Maria says

    October 15, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    Oh wow this cheesecake looks DELICIOUS!!!!! It looks beautiful and so good too! YUM!!!!

    Reply
  27. Michelle's Tasty Creations says

    October 15, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Oh my goodness this look so sinful and delicious. Pinned! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
    Michelle

    Reply
  28. The Alchemist says

    October 14, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    This looks amazing I wish I could taste it right now! YUM!

    Reply
  29. The Rosegarden in Malevik says

    October 13, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    woow that´s a great cake 🙂
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    WELCOME
    Håkan ( The Roseman)

    Reply
  30. Mary ~ says

    October 12, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    Trish, Your Triple Threat Chocolate Cheesecake is my top 3 for Iron Chef Mom’s Chocolate Challenge! YUM! Pinning and voting for your recipe! Good luck! Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  31. Diana @ Boy + Girl says

    October 12, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Oh my goodness! This looks incredible! Popping over from the pinning party….Pinned!

    Reply
  32. Allison Downes says

    October 11, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    Thanks alot! Your beautiful HD Photos of this mouth watering dessert is driving me crazy! I loooove cheesecake but it puts the pounds on me easily 🙁 Thanks for the recipe though, I’ll save it for one of my once in a blue moon indulgence 🙂

    Reply
  33. Home Bohemia says

    October 11, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Looks yummy…hope I can translate the recipe…oz and cups is like chinese to me:)) /Maria from Sweden

    Reply
  34. Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel says

    October 11, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    Trish, not only are your photos beyond gorgeous but this cheesecake looks beyond insanely amazing.

    Reply
  35. Gina @ Kleinworth & Co. says

    October 11, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    Now doesn’t that look amazing! I could go for some right now.

    Reply
  36. Dana DeVolk says

    October 11, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    This looks heavenly, YUM!
    <3 Dana @ This Silly Girl's Life

    Reply
  37. Tonia L says

    October 11, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Oh my word! I am totally pinning this to make someday!

    Reply
  38. Jocelyn says

    October 11, 2012 at 4:02 AM

    That is one awesome looking cheesecake!!! You did an amazing job of capturing just how chocolate-y and delicious that it is!!!

    Reply
  39. Jenn says

    October 10, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    This looks amazing!

    Reply
  40. Marti Cooper says

    October 10, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    This look so yummy! I would love to post it on my site! (with a link back to you of course!) http://sewliciousdecor.wordpress.com

    Reply
  41. Our Pinteresting Family says

    October 10, 2012 at 4:15 AM

    That is so pretty…almost too pretty to eat. 🙂

    Reply
  42. mary_smith says

    October 10, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    This is just what I need! Fantastic recipe!

    Reply

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