Decadent Chocolate Ganache Cheesecake
Yield: 8–10 slices | Pan Size: 8–9 inch springform
🟤 The Crust
200g Chocolate cookies (Oreo or Petibör)
100g Butter, melted
Pulse: Blitz cookies in a food processor until they reach a fine crumb consistency.
Combine: Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Set: Firmly press the crumbs into the base of your pan. Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes to firm up.
🧀 The Chocolate Filling
600g Cream cheese or Labneh (Room temperature is key!)
1 cup Granated sugar
3 Large eggs
200g Dark chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
200ml Heavy cream
2 tbsp Cocoa powder
1 tbsp Cornstarch
1 tsp Vanilla extract
100g Chocolate chips or chunks
Cream: Whisk the cream cheese and sugar until silky.
Incorporate: Add eggs one by one, mixing gently after each.
Flavor: Fold in the melted chocolate and heavy cream.
Dry Ingredients: Sift in the cocoa and starch, add vanilla, and mix until just combined.
Texture: Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.
🔥 The Bake (Water Bath Method)
Prep: Pour the batter over your crust. Wrap the outside of the pan in foil to prevent leaks.
Bain-Marie: Place the pan in a larger tray filled with 1 inch of hot water.
Bake: Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 55–60 minutes.
Cool Slowly: Turn off the oven and crack the door. Let the cake sit inside for 1 hour (this prevents cracks!).
Chill: Once at room temperature, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though overnight is best.
🍫 The Ganache Topping
200ml Heavy cream
200g Dark chocolate, finely chopped
Heat: Bring the cream to a simmer (do not let it reach a rolling boil).
Emulsify: Pour hot cream over the chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy.
Finish: Pour over the chilled cheesecake. Return to the fridge for 30 minutes to set.
✨ Serving Suggestions
Enhance your masterpiece with:
Freshness: Tart raspberries or sliced strawberries.
Crunch: Extra chocolate shavings or sea salt.
Dusting: A light coat of high-quality cocoa powder.
Pro Tip: For the cleanest slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry between every single cut.
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