Description
A rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake with a crunchy Oreo crust, perfect for any celebration or indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan to ensure easy removal later on.
- Crush the Oreo cookies in a food processor or by placing them in a bag and rolling over them with a rolling pin. Mix the crushed Oreos with the melted butter and press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Combine the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Gradually add the softened cream cheese and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Melt the unsweetened baking chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler; allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the cream cheese mixture. Blend until fully incorporated.
- Add the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending until everything is smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan, ensuring it is evenly spread.
- Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles that may have formed.
- Place the pan on foil discs and bake in an ice bath for about 60 minutes. This method helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar. This gradual cooling process is key for achieving the perfect texture.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 240 minutes, or overnight, for the best taste and texture. Serve chilled with your choice of toppings.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chocolate cheesecake, Oreo crust, dessert recipes, creamy dessert, baking, indulgent treat