PERUGIAN-STYLE CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT CHEESECAKE

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Provided by Ursula Ferrigno

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Cream Cheese     Vanilla     Birthday     Family Reunion     Hazelnut     Party     Potluck     Sour Cream     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For crust:
1/4 pound wheatmeal crackers finely crushed (about 1 cup)
1 ounce fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (no more than 60% cacao if marked), grated
1/2 stick unsalted butter, melted
For filling:
1/2 pound fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (no more than 60% cacao if marked), chopped
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 pound 2 ounce cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2/3 cup superfine granulated sugar
1 cup hazelnuts (4 1/2 ounces), toasted loose skins rubbed off in a kitchen towel while still warm, and nuts chopped
Equipment:
Equipment: a 10-inch springform pan
Accompaniment: lightly sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Make crust:
  • Combine all ingredients, then press onto bottom of springform pan.
  • Make filling and bake cheesecake:
  • Preheat oven to 325°F with rack in middle.
  • Melt chocolate with butter, then remove from heat and whisk in cream cheese until smooth. Whisk in sour cream and vanilla.
  • Whisk together eggs and sugar in a large bowl until mixture has a mousse-like consistency, then stir in chocolate mixture and nuts.
  • Pour filling into crust and bake 1 1/2 hours. (Top will be slightly cracked.)
  • Cool to room temperature in pan on a rack, about 1 hour, then chill at least 1 hour. (Cake will sink slightly.)

Yvonne Desmond
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This cheesecake was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping.


Raymond Fits
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one was really good. The hazelnut flavor was a nice twist.


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


Pubg Star
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I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut in this cheesecake. It's the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.


MD Jamir Sheikh
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's absolutely delicious.


jaclyn Clements
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Glitch Boi
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This cheesecake was divine! The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were perfectly balanced. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this again.


Z-game
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This cheesecake was a total disaster. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was too runny. I had to throw it away. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to anyone.


Kate Robertson
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This cheesecake was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still good. The chocolate ganache was especially delicious. I would recommend this recipe to others who enjoy rich desserts.


Bharat Giri
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow. My cheesecake turned out great! It was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ethan TEM
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This cheesecake was amazing! It was the perfect balance of chocolate and hazelnut. The crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this again.


osarenmwinda joy
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I love chocolate and hazelnut, so I was excited to try this recipe. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. The cheesecake was too dense and the chocolate ganache was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Raheem Arif
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This cheesecake was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It was absolutely delicious. The crust was flaky and buttery, the filling was creamy and smooth, and the chocolate ganache was rich and decadent. I would definitely recommend this recipe to othe


Billie Smith
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out perfectly. It was creamy, decadent, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Hannan Mazari
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. They especially liked the chocolate ganache. I might try making it again with less sugar next time.


andrea stout
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one was surprisingly good. The hazelnut flavor was subtle and the chocolate ganache was rich and decadent. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mahar Shahzaib
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This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of chocolate, hazelnut, and cream cheese was divine. The crust was perfectly crumbly and the filling was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.