Almond Chocolate Cheesecake Bliss Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Almond Chocolate Cheesecake Bliss. A luscious chocolate cookie crust cradles a velvety almond-infused filling, topped with a luxurious layer of chocolate ganache and crunchy almonds. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you need a blissful treat!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate (60-70%)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped almonds
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the crust: Mix chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese, sugars, eggs, sour cream, extracts, melted chocolate, and almonds. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes, then cool and chill.
- Prepare the topping: Heat cream, pour over chocolate, stir in almond extract. Pour over chilled cheesecake, garnish with almonds, and chill before serving.
Notes
- Use a water bath for a smooth texture.
- You can substitute hazelnuts or pecans.
- Cheesecake keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
