CHOCOLATE ALMOND CHEESECAKE
My family enjoys a good meal, but we all save room for dessert when this cheesecake is part of the menu. Its rich chocolate flavor is so satisfying when we're craving something sweet and creamy. -Jeri Dobrowski, Beach, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan; chill. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, and remaining sugar until smooth. Beat in 1 teaspoon extract and remaining cocoa. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. , Pour into crust. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and remaining extract; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly over cheesecake. Sprinkle with almonds. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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MRiaz Khan
[email protected]This cheesecake was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I would probably cut the sugar in half next time.
Ellise Nesbitt
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
rita saluani
[email protected]This was my first time making cheesecake and it turned out great! I was worried it would be too difficult, but it was actually pretty easy. The cheesecake was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.
Gulzada Rasooly
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cheesecake turned out perfectly. It was creamy and smooth, with the perfect amount of chocolate and almond flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mimi Star
[email protected]This cheesecake was amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
KirkLloyd Kanyoke
[email protected]The crust was a little too thick for my taste, but the cheesecake itself was delicious. I would definitely make this again, but I would use a different crust recipe.
Kamohelo Khosi
[email protected]Delicious!
Gtm Bhatt
[email protected]This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfect! I used a springform pan and it came out beautifully. The chocolate and almond flavors were perfect together.
Damir Hasanbegovic
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one was really good! The almond flavor was a nice touch, and the chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch.
Faith Koech
[email protected]This cheesecake was absolutely delicious! The chocolate and almond flavors were perfectly balanced, and the crust was the perfect combination of crunchy and chewy. I will definitely be making this again!