Vanilla Cheesecake with Chocolate Crust Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Vanilla Cheesecake with a decadent Chocolate Crust. A classic dessert that combines the sweetness of vanilla with the richness of chocolate for a truly delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chocolate Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, flour, vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream. Pour over the cooled crust.
- Bake: Bake for 55–65 minutes until set. Let it cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- Drizzle melted chocolate for a more decadent finish.
- Allow the cheesecake to come to room temperature before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
