Description
A delightful dessert combining chocolate and espresso for a creamy and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix chocolate graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in brewed espresso, melted dark chocolate, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter into cooled crust. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
- Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
Make sure cream cheese is well softened. Use high-quality dark chocolate for richer flavor. Let cool completely before refrigeration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate, espresso, dessert, creamy, indulgent, baking