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This is the BEST Chocolate Cheesecake in the whole world. And I’m not kidding. When you combine the delicious, rich flavor of chocolate with the full flavor of cheesecake, you can’t go wrong. 

 

 

You know those people who don’t like cheesecake? And those who don’t like chocolate? Well… I’m not one of those people.

I can only guess that they don’t like chocolate or cheesecake because they haven’t tried this recipe. Because it’s like a little burst of chocolate heaven in every bite.

I love that this easy chocolate cheesecake recipe is straightforward. There is no finicky water bath to mess with.

It is way less intimidating if it is your first time making cheesecake. And it’s easy! It takes time to cook but it’s not too hard to make.

 

 

Where Did Cheesecake Originate?

Anthropologists believe cheesecake comes from ancient Greece. It makes sense though, right? When I think of ancient Greece, I think of a lot of half clothed people eating some of the best food they could think of, served to them on a platter. Whoever served them the cheesecake definitely won the best food tray ever award.

 

 

Ingredients Needed For Chocolate Cheesecake

• Oreos: The Oreos need to be crushed but leave the filling in them. I like to use my food processor. Put the Oreos in, pulse a few times, and done!
• Butter: The butter needs to be melted. If you are melting in the microwave be sure to keep an eye on your butter as it heats up very quickly. I recommend heating in 5 second intervals and stirring in between each interval.
• Cream Cheese: If you have never made cheesecake, you might be surprised by the amount of cream cheese you need. It is rich, delicious, and the main ingredient in all cheesecakes. You’ll need five packs of this!
• Eggs: Use whole eggs, they act as your binder.
• Egg Yolks: This chocolate cheesecake recipe also needs egg yolks, separated from the whites. One of the ways I think works well for separating them is to crack the egg over a bowl and run it through your hand. It might be messy but all the egg whites will slip through your fingers and you can put the yolk into a separate bowl.
• Sugar: Adds a hint of sweetness to offset the sour from the cream cheese.
• Heavy Whipping Cream: Heavy Whipping Cream is the high fat layer of milk that is skimmed off the top before packaging. In this recipe you cannot substitute for milk. It just wouldn’t have the same effect.
• Chocolate Chips: The chocolate! You aren’t adding any other chocolate so don’t skip the chocolate chips. I use semi-sweet chocolate chips. If you don’t have chocolate chips and don’t fancy a trip to the store, try this New York Cheesecake or Lemon Cheesecake instead.

 

 

How to Make Chocolate Cheesecake

• Crust: The crust is made of butter and oreos. You can gently push the crust down into the springform pan using your fingers.
• Filling: Simply blend each ingredient one at a time to ensure a smooth, non lumpy cheesecake.
• Cook: This step is really a “follow the directions and it will all turn out ok” step. The cheesecake needs to go into the oven when the oven is still COLD. WHAT? Yeah, just go with it. Oh yeah and once the timer goes off, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR? Wait… WHAT? Yeah. This is what most people think is so finicky about cheesecake. But I promise, “follow the directions and it will all turn out ok.”
• Eat: Chocolate cheesecake will probably not be eaten the same day as you make it. I wouldn’t even try it. If you want cheesecake, plan on making it the day before you need it. This actually makes it perfect for parties because it’s one less thing to worry about on the day of. The wait is worth every single bite.

Pro Tip: Drizzle with some chocolate syrup and pipe with swirls of whipped cream just before serving. The effect is mouthwatering.

 

 

How To Tell If A Chocolate Cheesecake Is Done?

Here’s how- you can’t. Don’t open the oven. Don’t stick a toothpick in it. You’ll ruin it.

The only way to make sure the cheesecake is done is to follow the recipe. If you follow the recipe, exactly as it is written, your cheesecake will turn out perfect every time.

 

 

Is Chocolate Cheesecake Gluten Free?

Yes- except for the crust. An easy fix is to use gluten free Oreos, which are totally a thing by the way. Yay for easy fixes!

 

 

How Long Does Chocolate Cheesecake Last in The Fridge?

If you keep the cheesecake covered, it should last for up to a week in the fridge. Although- my kids have made it impossible for me to ever actually hit the week mark. I get it though. This chocolate cheesecake is very tasty.

 

 

Can You Freeze Chocolate Cheesecake?

You can! Let the cheesecake cool completely in the fridge for 8-24 hours. Once it is cool, wrap it up tightly, keep it in a freezer friendly container, and keep for up to 3 months.

Once you are ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight, or just eat it frozen. Frozen cheesecake is like a sweet, secret treat that more people should be eating. Seriously. Try it. 

Plus it’s easier to keep away from your kids if it’s in the freezer. Unless you have a bottom freezer. How everyone with a bottom freezer hides their treats I’ll never know.

 

 

More Chocolate Desserts You’ll Love…

• Chocolate Kiss Cookies
• No Bake Cookies
• Oreo Fudge
• Scotcharoos
• Chocolate Pie
• Easy Fudge Recipe
• Andes Mint Cupcakes
• Chocolate Cherry Cookies
• Pecan Turtles
• Peanut Cluster Recipe
• Raspberry Chocolate Tart
• Puffcorn
• Chocolate Drop Cookies
• Chocolate Cookie Icing

 

This rich, sweet, enjoyable chocolate cheesecake is absolutely one you are going to love. Let me know what you think!

 

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