RICH CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE

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With seven children and 15 grandchildren, Mary Walker of Berlin, Maryland favors desserts that serve a bunch. "Here's a special treat that will easily satisfy the chocolate cravings of up to 16 hungry people," she confirms.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (about 24 wafers)
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/3 cup strong brewed coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
TOPPING:
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in coffee and vanilla. Beat in cocoa just until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. , Pour into prepared crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set., Remove from the oven; increase temperature to 425°. Combine the sour cream, brown sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm cheesecake; sprinkle with nuts. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned., Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour longer. Chill overnight. Remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Durgesh Yadav
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This cheesecake is simply divine. The chocolate and cheesecake layers are perfectly balanced, and the crust is the perfect finishing touch.


you & me
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I highly recommend this cheesecake. It's the best I've ever had.


Mvuyo Mgaba
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This cheesecake is a must-try! It's so rich and decadent, and the chocolate layer is to die for.


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


Michél Eiberg
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Yum! This cheesecake is so delicious. The chocolate and cheesecake layers are perfect together.


Jayden Waldner
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the creamy texture and the rich chocolate flavor.


faiyyaz jaan faiyyaz jaan
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Sky Vibes
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This cheesecake is amazing! It's so rich and creamy, and the chocolate layer is just perfect.


Dipto Sundor
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I loved the combination of chocolate and cheesecake. The crust was also very good.


Lonnie Siemons
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The cheesecake was creamy and smooth, and the chocolate layer was rich and decadent.


mau jam
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This cheesecake was a hit! The chocolate and cheesecake layers were both rich and delicious, and the crust was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.