Description
Chocolate dreams come alive in this Layered Chocolate Cheesecake with Oreo Crust, a dessert that promises pure indulgence. Rich chocolate layers and a crisp Oreo base create a luxurious experience you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 oreo cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 24 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Layers:
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
Garnish and Topping:
- 1/2 cup chocolate shavings
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp whipped cream
Instructions
- Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, ensuring a uniform texture for the crust foundation.
- Melt butter and blend thoroughly with Oreo crumbs, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create a compact base.
- Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare a water bath by placing the springform pan inside a larger baking dish filled with hot water.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, gradually incorporating granulated sugar to create a silky consistency.
- Introduce eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition to maintain a light, airy texture.
- Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract, stirring until ingredients are fully integrated.
- Divide cheesecake batter into two separate mixing bowls, creating distinct chocolate layers.
- Melt semi-sweet chocolate and mix into one portion of the batter, adding cocoa powder and heavy cream for intense chocolate depth.
- Pour the plain cheesecake batter into the prepared crust, creating the first layer.
- Carefully spread the chocolate-infused batter on top, creating a marbled visual effect.
- Place the cheesecake in the preheated water bath and bake for approximately 60-70 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature for about 2 hours.
- Refrigerate for minimum 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal texture and flavor melding.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings, chocolate chips, and a delicate dollop of whipped cream.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup in an artistic pattern across the top for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Crumb Consistency Matters: Pulse Oreo cookies into fine, even crumbs to ensure a smooth, stable crust foundation that won’t crumble when slicing.
- Water Bath Technique: Always wrap the springform pan’s exterior with aluminum foil to prevent water seepage, which can compromise the cheesecake’s delicate texture.
- Chocolate Layer Precision: Melt chocolate slowly using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals to avoid burning, maintaining a glossy, smooth chocolate layer.
- Dietary Adaptations: Substitute regular cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives and use gluten-free Oreo-style cookies for vegan and gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg