Description
A rich and creamy no-bake chocolate cheesecake with a crunchy chocolate cookie crust and a silky smooth chocolate filling that sets perfectly in the refrigerator without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
- Chocolate sandwich cookies: 200 grams, finely crushed to form the base crust
- Unsalted butter: 100 grams, melted to bind the crust
- Cream cheese: 400 grams, softened to create a smooth and creamy filling
- Powdered sugar: 100 grams, for gentle sweetness and smooth texture
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 40 grams, to deliver deep chocolate flavor
- Heavy cream: 250 milliliters, whipped to add lightness and volume
- Dark chocolate: 150 grams, melted to enrich the filling
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon, to enhance and balance flavors
Instructions
- Mix the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with melted butter until evenly combined, then press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- Place the crust in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Whip the heavy cream in a cold bowl until soft peaks form, then set aside.
- Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add the cocoa powder, melted dark chocolate, and vanilla extract, mixing until glossy and fully incorporated.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until light and airy.
- Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest and most stable texture.
- Allow melted chocolate to cool slightly before mixing to avoid softening the filling.
- For cleaner slices, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Wipe the knife with warm water between slices for neat presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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