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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

A delightful dessert that blends creamy cheesecake with indulgent chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cream cookies Forms the crispy crust.
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Helps bind the crust together.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 32 ounces cream cheese At room temperature.
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetens the mix.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Provides a creamy texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus extra Stabilizes the cheesecake.
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 large egg yolk Essential for creaminess.
  • 1 ⅓ cups semi-sweet mini chocolate chips Bursts of chocolate flavor.
  • 3 ounces dark chocolate chips For ganache topping.
For Ganache
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream To create ganache.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil and grease it.
Prepare the Crust
  1. Mix crushed chocolate cream cookies with melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool and reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
Mix the Cheesecake Batter
  1. In a stand mixer, combine cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, flour, and salt. Mix gently.
Incorporate the Eggs
  1. In a bowl, scramble eggs and yolk lightly. Gradually add to cheesecake batter in three portions, mixing on low.
Add Chocolate Chips
  1. Toss mini chocolate chips in flour and fold into the batter.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Bake in a water bath for 50-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool Down
  1. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes. Then open the door and cool for an additional 20 minutes on the counter.
Prepare the Ganache
  1. Heat the heavy cream in the microwave, pour over dark chocolate, and stir to create a smooth ganache.
Finish the Cheesecake
  1. Pour the ganache over the cheesecake and chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Use a water bath to prevent cracks. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.