Description
Luxurious Layered Chocolate Cheesecake brings indulgent chocolate bliss to dessert lovers. Rich creamy filling nestled on a crunchy Oreo base promises pure chocolate decadence you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 20 oreo cookies
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz (225 g) semi-sweet chocolate, melted
- 4 oz (115 g) milk chocolate, melted
- 4 oz (115 g) white chocolate, melted
Topping:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chocolate ganache
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chocolate shavings
- 4 whole oreo cookies, crushed
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, creating a uniform texture for the crust foundation.
- Pour melted butter into the cookie crumbs, mixing thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, pressing firmly and evenly across the bottom to create a compact base.
- Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes to solidify while preparing the filling.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Gradually incorporate granulated sugar, continuing to mix until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract, gently blending until fully integrated.
- Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, creating a voluminous and airy texture.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining its delicate structure.
- Divide the cheesecake batter into three equal portions for chocolate layering.
- Fold melted semi-sweet chocolate into the first portion, creating a rich dark chocolate layer.
- Mix melted milk chocolate into the second portion, developing a creamy milk chocolate section.
- Incorporate melted white chocolate into the final portion, producing a smooth white chocolate layer.
- Carefully pour the semi-sweet chocolate layer over the chilled crust, spreading evenly.
- Chill for 15 minutes to set the first layer before adding the milk chocolate layer.
- Gently spread the milk chocolate layer over the semi-sweet chocolate layer.
- Refrigerate for another 15 minutes to stabilize.
- Add the white chocolate layer as the final tier, smoothing the surface.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for minimum 4 hours or overnight to completely set.
- Prepare chocolate ganache by warming chocolate and cream until smooth.
- Remove cheesecake from springform pan and drizzle ganache over the top.
- Sprinkle crushed Oreo cookies and chocolate shavings for decorative finish.
- Optional: Garnish with dollops of whipped cream before serving.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the decadent layered chocolate experience.
Notes
- Chilling is crucial for achieving the perfect layered texture, allowing each chocolate tier to set firmly before adding the next.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, creamy filling that blends effortlessly.
- Gently fold whipped cream to maintain its airy structure, creating a light and decadent cheesecake base that melts in your mouth.
- For dietary modifications, substitute regular cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives and use vegan chocolate to create a plant-based version of this indulgent dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 504
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg