Description
Indulge in the decadence of Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Made Easy. This effortless dessert combines rich, velvety dark chocolate with the tartness of fresh raspberries, creating a delightful fusion that’s perfect for any occasion. With a crumbly graham cracker crust and a creamy filling, this cheesecake is visually stunning and guarantees to impress your guests. Whether it’s for birthdays or just a sweet treat, each slice offers an unforgettable experience that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh raspberries, divided
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a springform pan with butter.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press tightly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Melt dark chocolate over simmering water or in the microwave until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Gradually add melted chocolate and mix until fully combined. Gently fold in half of the raspberries.
- Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream and remaining raspberries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 68mg