ITALIAN CHOCOLATE-HAZELNUT CHEESECAKE PIE

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I first prepared an Italian-style cheese pie years ago. When I added a chocolate-hazelnut topping, it proved so popular that I had to give out copies of the recipe.-Steve Meredith, Streamwood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)
TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whole or chopped hazelnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in mascarpone cheese, sour cream, lime juice and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into crust. Place on a baking sheet., Bake 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack., Meanwhile, for topping, place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chips; stir with a whisk until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature or until mixture thickens to a spreading consistency, stirring occasionally., Spread chocolate mixture over pie; refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, top with hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590 calories, Fat 47g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

dilsara Thapa
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This pie is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and rich. I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Wonga Dyasi
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The pie was amazing! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were a perfect match. I will definitely be mak


KHRISTIFFER
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This pie is absolutely gorgeous! I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it. The crust was perfectly flaky and the filling was creamy and rich. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were a perfect match. I will definitely be making this pie aga


Ghulam Umar
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I've made this pie several times now and it's always a hit. The crust is perfectly flaky and the filling is creamy and rich. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors are a perfect combination. I love that this pie can be made ahead of time, which makes it


Diana Saenz
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This pie is perfect for chocolate lovers. The filling is rich and decadent, and the hazelnut crust adds a nice touch. I love that this pie can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Tahreem Zubair
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate or hazelnut, but I still really enjoyed this pie. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and rich. The flavors were well-balanced and not too overpowering. I would definitely make this pie again.


Blessing Njogu
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a stunning and delicious dessert that will impress your guests. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone who loves chocolate, hazelnut, and cheesecake.


Boitumelo Malau
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was creamy and rich. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Altaaf Jaffer
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This pie is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and rich. I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Muneeb Haider
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The pie was amazing! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were a perfect match. I will definitely be mak


Justine Shikongo
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This pie is absolutely gorgeous! I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it. The crust was perfectly flaky and the filling was creamy and rich. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this p


Munya Electron
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I've made this pie several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The hazelnut crust is a nice twist on the classic cheesecake crust, and the chocolate filling is rich and decadent. I love that this pie can be made ahead of time, which makes it p


malik mustfa
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This pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was totally worth it. The end result was a stunning and delicious dessert that wowed my guests. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone who loves chocolate, hazelnut, and cheesecake.


lil turd
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this pie changed my mind. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were so well-balanced, and the crust was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


Imoni Success
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This cheesecake pie was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of chocolate, hazelnut, and cheesecake was divine. The crust was perfectly crumbly and the filling was rich and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.