Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cheesecake
Indulge in the decadent and irresistible Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cheesecake! This dessert is a perfect combination of rich chocolate, tangy raspberries, and creamy cheesecake. This recipe is a must-try for all chocolate and cheesecake lovers.
To make this heavenly dessert, you will need the following ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups of chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 24 oz of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of raspberry preserves
- 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips, melted
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips
- Fresh raspberries for garnish
To start, preheat your oven to 325°F. In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, raspberry preserves, and melted chocolate chips. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is almost set. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
For the topping, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Pour the chocolate ganache over the cheesecake and spread it evenly. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes.
Garnish the cheesecake with fresh raspberries and serve chilled. The Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cheesecake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. It is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. You won't be able to resist a second slice!
Type: Dessert
Ingredients: Cream cheese, raspberry preserves, chocolate chips