Chocolate Crust with Vanilla Cheesecake
With its rich chocolate cookie crust, whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and rich chocolate shavings on top, this traditional vanilla cheesecake strikes the ideal balance between creamy and chocolaty decadence!
Components:
Regarding the Crust:
- Half a cup of chocolate cookies, crushed
- Half a cup of melted butter
- Half a cup of powdered sugar
Regarding the Filling:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) softened cream cheese
- One cup of sugar granules
- Three huge eggs
- One cup of sour cream
- ¼ cup milk and 1 tablespoon vanilla essence
Regarding the topping:
- One cup of whipped cream
- Shavings of chocolate
- Fresh strawberries
Directions:
Get the crust ready:
- Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F).
- Put the sugar, melted butter, and crushed chocolate cookies in a mixing dish.
- Sturdily press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan’s bottom.
- After 10 minutes of baking, let it cool.
Prepare the filling.
- Beat the sugar and softened cream cheese in a big bowl until they are creamy and smooth.
- One by one, add the eggs, thoroughly mixing each time.
- Add the milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract and stir until smooth.
- Evenly cover the chilled crust with the cheesecake filling.
Bake:
- Reduce the oven’s setting to 325°F, or 165°C.
- The cheesecake should still have a tiny jiggle in the center after 50 to 60 minutes of baking.
- After turning off the oven, leave the door slightly open for around an hour to allow the cheesecake to cool within.
- For the best texture, chill for at least 4 hours or overnight after allowing it to cool to room temperature.
Decorate:
Beat the cream until it forms firm peaks.
Spread a thick layer of whipped cream over the cold cheesecake.
For a lovely and delectable garnish, add chocolate shavings and fresh strawberries.
Specifics:
- 25 minutes for preparation
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
- Minimum Chill Time: 4 hours
- Five hours in total.
- 10–12 slices per serving
Savor this rich chocolate crusted vanilla cheesecake, a gorgeous dessert that’s ideal for any special occasion or when you’re craving something very sweet!