Triple Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

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A decadent dessert combining rich chocolate flavors with creamy cheesecake perfection

Introduction

This Triple Chocolate Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers, featuring three layers of chocolate bliss: a chocolate cookie crust, white chocolate-infused cheesecake filling, and a luxurious semi-sweet chocolate ganache topping. The contrast between the crisp Oreo crust, velvety smooth filling, and rich ganache creates a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (about 24 Oreos)
  • 5 tbsp melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 oz melted white chocolate

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Toppings (Optional)

  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings or curls
  • Oreo halves

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Mix crushed cookies with melted butter until combined.
  3. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add sour cream and vanilla, mixing well.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, just until combined.
  4. Stir in melted white chocolate.
  5. Pour over crust and smooth the top.

3. Bake the Cheesecake

  1. Place pan in a water bath (optional but recommended).
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  3. Turn off oven, crack door, and let cool 1 hour inside.
  4. Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).

4. Add Chocolate Ganache

  1. Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips.
  2. Let sit 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  3. Pour over chilled cheesecake and spread evenly.
  4. Chill 30 minutes to set.

5. Garnish & Serve

  1. Run a knife around edges before releasing springform.
  2. Top with whipped cream and chocolate decorations.
  3. Slice with a hot knife for clean cuts.

Tips for Success

✔ Use room temperature ingredients for smoothest filling
✔ Don’t overmix after adding eggs to prevent cracks
✔ Water bath prevents cracking but isn’t mandatory
✔ Chill completely before adding ganache

Storage

  • Refrigerate up to 5 days
  • Freeze (without toppings) up to 2 months

Enjoy this showstopping dessert that combines the best of cheesecake and chocolate in every luxurious bite!

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