CHOCOLATE-CRUNCH CHEESECAKE

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This cheesecake features a shortbread crust and Nestle Crunch candy bars. Recipe is from Family Circle.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10 ounce) box shortbread cookies, such as Lorne Doone (finely crushed)
4 tablespoons butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (5 ounce) Nestle Crunch bars, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 (1 5/8 ounce) Nestle Crunch bars, chopped for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix together the crumbs and butter.
  • Press over bottom and partially up side of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Note: For a crust with an even thickness, use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to press crumbs down into the pie plate.
  • Refrigerate while making filling.
  • Beat cream cheese 1 minute.
  • Add 1 cup of the sugar and the cornstarch; beat for 3 minutes.
  • Beat in eggs, one at a time.
  • Add sour cream, liqueur and vanilla; beat until smooth.
  • Fold in chopped candy bar.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 90 minutes, until just set.
  • Run a knife around edge of cake to separate from pan.
  • Cool in pan on rack.
  • Cover; refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove side of pan.
  • Whip cream and 1 T sugar to stiff peaks.
  • Spread onto cake; garnish with candy bar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422, Fat 26.7, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 115.7, Sodium 269.8, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 21.9, Protein 8.5

Suliman Wali
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Shafwaan Jepie
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This cheesecake is so creamy and delicious. The chocolate crunch crust is the perfect complement.


Md Rocky Raj
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cheesecake.


Easton Miller
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This cheesecake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


MD Sumon Rana
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This cheesecake was easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Martica Mineau
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one was really good. The chocolate crunch crust was the perfect touch.


Dickson Lwando
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I had some trouble getting the cheesecake out of the pan, but it was worth the effort. It was so delicious!


Kurstina Esparon
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This cheesecake was a bit too rich for my taste, but my friends loved it.


Michelle Espinoza
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


Buligita
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I wasn't sure how the chocolate crunch crust would turn out, but it was amazing! It added a nice texture and flavor to the cheesecake.


Rana umar Rana umar
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out great.


Yousef Moataz
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My family loved this cheesecake! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly.


Steve Castle
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I love the combination of chocolate and cheesecake. This recipe is a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Monir Mahmud
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! The chocolate crunch crust was the perfect complement to the creamy cheesecake filling. I will definitely be making this recipe again.