Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Rich Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake, where rich dark chocolate meets tart, juicy raspberries for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 24 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in increments of 30 seconds until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Fold in melted chocolate and fresh raspberries carefully.
- Pour filling into crust and bake for 55-60 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for one hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
Notes
- This cheesecake is perfect for celebrations or as a treat.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Top with additional raspberries or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 348
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg