Dark Chocolate Ganache Cheesecake

Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic Games in 776 BC.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Dark Chocolate Ganache Cheesecake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Chocolate cookie crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Cocoa powder
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Fresh berries, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the cocoa powder and mix until well combined.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, make the ganache by heating the heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming. Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
8. Pour the ganache over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
9. Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 32g50%

Total Carbohydrate 36g12%

Sugars 28g

Protein 7g15%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.