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Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake

Decadent Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake for Any Occasion

This Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake is an unforgettable treat for any chocolate lover, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Cooling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers or chocolate cookies for extra chocolaty delight
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Baking Cocoa Dutch-processed for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Filling
  • 12 oz Bittersweet Chocolate Chips Ghirardelli recommended
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for best consistency
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream or coconut cream
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure is preferred
For the Ganache Topping
  • 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Bar milk chocolate can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream fresh is best
  • 1 cup Reddi-Wip or homemade whipped cream
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate Syrup for drizzling

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Double Boiler
  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a bowl, crush graham crackers, then mix in sugar and cocoa powder. Add melted butter and combine well. Press this into the springform pan.
  3. Chop bittersweet chocolate and melt in a double boiler. Let it cool slightly.
  4. Blend cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugars and cocoa powder until combined.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in heavy cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Fold melted chocolate into the filling mixture until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake for 75-80 minutes until edges set and center jiggles slightly.
  8. Allow cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
  9. Prepare ganache by melting chocolate with heavy cream until smooth.
  10. Pour ganache over chilled cheesecake, allowing it to set before slicing. Garnish with Reddi-Wip and chocolate syrup before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Let cream cheese reach room temperature to avoid lumps. Consider using a water bath to prevent cracks while baking.

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