{"id":24721,"date":"2021-10-12T07:45:20","date_gmt":"2021-10-12T12:45:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/?p=24721"},"modified":"2021-10-12T07:54:23","modified_gmt":"2021-10-12T12:54:23","slug":"chocolate-cheesecake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/chocolate-cheesecake\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Cheesecake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Rich, creamy, and decadent, this chocolate cheesecake recipe is easy to make, but the final product looks so elegant. Top with chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings for triple the chocolate flavor!&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24729 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A side view of a chocolate cheesecake on a white marble cake stand. A small bowl of chocolate shavings rests in the foreground. \" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-9.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This homemade chocolate cheesecake recipe is a chocolate lover&#8217;s dream. It features an Oreo cookie crust, a rich and creamy chocolate filling, and an optional chocolate ganache topping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Best of all, it&#8217;s a show-stopping cheesecake that looks elegant but is secretly easy to make!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Chocolate cheesecake is a great make-ahead dessert for holiday parties, birthdays, and special family gatherings. You can prepare it the night before and enjoy stress-free entertaining the next day. <!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24737 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of the ingredients needed to make a chocolate cheesecake. \" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Ingredients&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>This easy chocolate cheesecake recipe has two main components: the Oreo cookie crust and the chocolate filling. The chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings on top are technically optional, but I&#8217;ve linked the ganache recipe I used in the recipe card below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s quickly go over the ingredients list before we discuss the recipe in more detail:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Oreos:&nbsp;<\/strong>You can use regular or Double Stuf Oreos. There&#8217;s no need to remove the cream filling either.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butter:&nbsp;<\/strong>Binds the crushed Oreos together to create the crust.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Semisweet chocolate:&nbsp;<\/strong>Be sure to use bars of chocolate and avoid chocolate chips. I really love Bakers or Ghirardelli semisweet chocolate bars.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Espresso powder:&nbsp;<\/strong>This is optional, but highly recommended! The cheesecake will not taste like coffee, the espresso powder just enhances the flavor of the chocolate and makes the cheesecake even more chocolatey.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream cheese:&nbsp;<\/strong>You&#8217;ll want to use full-fat, brick-style cream cheese for this recipe. Make sure it&#8217;s been softened to room temperature.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulated sugar:&nbsp;<\/strong>To sweeten the chocolate filling. You don&#8217;t want to add too much sugar, as the chocolate is also quite sweet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cocoa powder:&nbsp;<\/strong>Be sure you&#8217;re using unsweetened cocoa powder. If your cocoa powder has lumps in it, you may want to sift it first using a fine mesh sieve.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sour cream: <\/strong>Breaks up the heaviness of the cream cheese, which results in a smoother filling.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy cream:&nbsp;<\/strong>Do not try to substitute with a lower fat alternative like half and half or whole milk. Also, make sure the cream is at room temperature before starting this recipe.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:&nbsp;<\/strong>A little salt balances out the sweetness of the filling and enhances the chocolate flavor.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla extract:&nbsp;<\/strong>I prefer using pure vanilla extract in my baked goods.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:&nbsp;<\/strong>Bring the eggs to room temperature and beat them lightly with a fork prior to adding them to the filling.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"tiled-gallery type-rectangular tiled-gallery-unresized\" data-original-width=\"500\" data-carousel-extra='null' itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageGallery\" > <div class=\"gallery-row\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"500\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"gallery-group images-1\" style=\"width: 250px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"250\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"tiled-gallery-item tiled-gallery-item-small\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"> <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"246\"> <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"369\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" data-attachment-id=\"24722\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark IV&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1627321175&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;500&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.01&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-2\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?fit=200%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?fit=680%2C1020&#038;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?w=246&#038;h=369&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-2.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w\" width=\"246\" height=\"369\" loading=\"lazy\" data-original-width=\"246\" data-original-height=\"369\" itemprop=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/image\" title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-2\" alt=\"An overhead view of crushed Oreos in a large white mixing bowl.\" style=\"width: 246px; height: 369px;\" \/> <\/div> <\/div> <!-- close group --> <div class=\"gallery-group images-1\" style=\"width: 250px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"250\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"tiled-gallery-item tiled-gallery-item-small\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"> <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"246\"> <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"369\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" data-attachment-id=\"24723\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark IV&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1627321567&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;70&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;500&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.008&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-3\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?fit=200%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?fit=680%2C1020&#038;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?w=246&#038;h=369&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-3.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w\" width=\"246\" height=\"369\" loading=\"lazy\" data-original-width=\"246\" data-original-height=\"369\" itemprop=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/image\" title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-3\" alt=\"An overhead view of an Oreo cookie crust pressed into a springform pan.\" style=\"width: 246px; height: 369px;\" \/> <\/div> <\/div> <!-- close group --> <\/div> <!-- close row --> <\/div>\n<h2>How to Make Chocolate Cheesecake&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>Making homemade cheesecake may seem intimidating, but this recipe is broken down into easy-to-follow steps. <strong>First, you&#8217;ll need to make the Oreo cookie crust:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add the Oreos to a food processor and process until you have fine crumbs.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Transfer the crumbs to a mixing bowl and mix in the melted butter.&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Scoop the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and press it down into an even layer on the bottom of the pan.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"tiled-gallery type-rectangular tiled-gallery-unresized\" data-original-width=\"500\" data-carousel-extra='null' itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageGallery\" > <div class=\"gallery-row\" style=\"width: 500px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"500\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"gallery-group images-1\" style=\"width: 250px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"250\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"tiled-gallery-item tiled-gallery-item-small\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"> <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"246\"> <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"369\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" data-attachment-id=\"24725\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark IV&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1627322894&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;67&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;500&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.008&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-5\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?fit=200%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?fit=680%2C1020&#038;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?w=246&#038;h=369&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-5.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w\" width=\"246\" height=\"369\" loading=\"lazy\" data-original-width=\"246\" data-original-height=\"369\" itemprop=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/image\" title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-5\" alt=\"An overhead view of a chocolate cheesecake filling in a glass mixing bowl.\" style=\"width: 246px; height: 369px;\" \/> <\/div> <\/div> <!-- close group --> <div class=\"gallery-group images-1\" style=\"width: 250px; height: 373px;\" data-original-width=\"250\" data-original-height=\"373\" > <div class=\"tiled-gallery-item tiled-gallery-item-small\" itemprop=\"associatedMedia\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"> <meta itemprop=\"width\" content=\"246\"> <meta itemprop=\"height\" content=\"369\"> <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" data-attachment-id=\"24726\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark IV&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1627323388&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;70&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;500&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.008&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?fit=200%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?fit=680%2C1020&#038;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?w=246&#038;h=369&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-6.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w\" width=\"246\" height=\"369\" loading=\"lazy\" data-original-width=\"246\" data-original-height=\"369\" itemprop=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/image\" title=\"Chocolate Cheesecake-6\" alt=\"An overhead view of a smooth chocolate cheesecake filling in a glass mixing bowl.\" style=\"width: 246px; height: 369px;\" \/> <\/div> <\/div> <!-- close group --> <\/div> <!-- close row --> <\/div>\n<p><strong>Next, you&#8217;ll need to prepare the cheesecake filling.&nbsp;<\/strong>I&#8217;ve provided lots of useful tips and tricks in the recipe card below for making the filling and baking the cheesecake.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Before making the filling, set a large pot of water to boil. This will be used to make a water bath later on.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped semisweet chocolate, stir in the espresso powder, and set it aside to cool slightly.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder on medium speed until smooth and well combined.&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add the sour cream, heavy cream, salt, and vanilla and mix until fully combined.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Mix in the melted chocolate until no lumps remain and the mixture is completely smooth.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Add four lightly beaten eggs and mix on low speed until just combined. You want to avoid over mixing the eggs, as this can incorporate more air into your cheesecake and either cause it to fall or crack.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>When making the cheesecake filling, be sure to stop and scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl as needed. You want to make sure the ingredients are all evenly incorporated into the batter. I like using a rubber spatula for this.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24727\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of an unbaked chocolate cheesecake in a springform pan that's been placed in an oven bag.\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-7.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The final stage of this recipe is actually baking the cheesecake.<\/strong> To ensure the cheesecake bakes through evenly and doesn&#8217;t crack, you&#8217;ll need to create a water bath prior to placing the pan in the oven.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Wrap the cooled springform pan containing the Oreo crust in two layers of aluminum foil, then place into a large oven bag. Fold the oven bag down the sides of the springform pan. This will prevent any water from leaking into your pan as it bakes in the oven.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour the cheesecake filling into the springform pan. I like to tap the pan on the counter a couple of times to bring any air bubbles to the top, then use a toothpick to remove them.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Carefully place the wrapped springform pan into a large roasting pan.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the pan into the oven on the middle rack.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">With the rack pulled out, carefully and slowly add the boiling water until it is about 1 inch deep.&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-13\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Bake until the edges of the cheesecake are set and the center is still slightly jiggly. I usually bake mine for 65 minutes.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Turn the oven off, crack the door slightly, and allow the cheesecake to cool in the warm oven for 1 hour. This will allow the cheesecake to cool slowly and prevent any cracks.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-14\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">After the cheesecake has cooled for 1 hour in the oven, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely to room temperature.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Once cooled, cover with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator to chill for several hours or overnight.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24728 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"An overhead view of a chocolate cheesecake that's been garnished with chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings. \" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-8.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To make a triple chocolate cheesecake, I recommend topping your masterpiece with my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/how-to-make-chocolate-ganache\/\">homemade chocolate ganache<\/a>. The ganache is made with just two ingredients \u2014 chocolate and heavy cream \u2014 and is the perfect finishing touch for this easy cheesecake recipe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The ganache is optional though, and the chocolate cheesecake tastes just as delicious without it.&nbsp;However, the ganache is a good idea to keep in mind in case your cheesecake develops cracks while baking.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24732 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A side view of a chocolate cheesecake that's been sliced on a marble top cake stand. \" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-12.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>How to Store Cheesecake&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>This cheesecake may be stored, tightly covered, in the fridge for up to five days. It also freezes well if wrapped in a few layers of plastic wrap and sealed in a freezer bag.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Frozen cheesecake will last up to three months. When you&#8217;re ready to eat it, let it thaw overnight in the fridge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Can This Recipe Be Made in Advance?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>Yes! In fact, cheesecake is actually best when made ahead of time. The cheesecake will need to chill at least five hours in the fridge before it can be served, but you can make it 1 to 2 days in advance.<\/p>\n<h2>Can I Make Mini Cheesecakes?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>I&#8217;ve only made this recipe as written, but I imagine you could make mini chocolate cheesecakes with it if desired. This recipe will probably make around 24 mini cheesecakes, so feel free to cut the recipe in half to make less. I recommend using my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/\">classic mini cheesecakes recipe<\/a> as a guide for assembling and baking the mini cheesecakes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24731 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"A slice of chocolate cheesecake with a bite missing on a white speckled plate. \" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=400%2C600&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?resize=560%2C840&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-11.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"baking-tips\">\n<h2>Baking Tips&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>I garnished this cheesecake with my homemade chocolate ganache recipe. You can feel free to leave it off or top it with some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">homemade whipped cream<\/a> instead.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>I used Oreos to make the cookie crust, but you may use any chocolate sandwich cookie you&#8217;d like. You can even use gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies if needed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>To keep cheesecake slices beautiful, dip a sharp knife in hot water, carefully pat dry with a towel, then slice!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>More Easy Cheesecake Recipes to Make!&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/red-velvet-cheesecake\/\">Red Velvet Cheesecake<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/no-bake-cheesecake\/\">No-Bake Cheesecake<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/pumpkin-cheesecake\/\">Pumpkin Cheesecake&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/classic-cheesecake-recipe\/\">Classic Cheesecake&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/lemon-cheesecake\/\">Lemon Cheesecake&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-24738\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"24738\" data-servings=\"8\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-custom\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Cheesecake-13.jpg?fit=200%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-200x200 size-200x200\" alt=\"A chocolate cheesecake sitting on top of a marble cake stand. 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#3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Cooling Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">8<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1.5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #3e4146;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-italic wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">9<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">55<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Rich, creamy, and decadent, this chocolate cheesecake recipe is easy to make, but the final product looks so elegant. Top with chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings for triple the chocolate flavor!\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-buttons\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/wprm_print\/chocolate-cheesecake\" style=\"color: #3e4146;background-color: #f3a8a1;border-color: #f3a8a1;border-radius: 0px;padding: 8px 15px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-print-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"24738\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Print Recipe<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.livewellbakeoften.com%2Fchocolate-cheesecake%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fi0.wp.com%2Fwww.livewellbakeoften.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F08%2FChocolate-Cheesecake-13.jpg%3Ffit%3D1200%252C1200%26ssl%3D1&amp;description=Chocolate+Cheesecake&amp;is_video=false\" style=\"color: 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#3e4146\"><\/div><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-24738 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"24738\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">8<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">slices<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-24738-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"24738\" data-servings=\"8\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the crust:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;24&#032;Oreos&#032;(regular or Double Stuf) \"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">24<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Oreos<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(regular or Double Stuf) <\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;tablespoons&#032;unsalted butter&#032;melted and slightly cooled (60 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted and slightly cooled (60 grams)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the filling:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;12&#032;ounce&#032;semi-sweet chocolate bars&#032;roughly chopped (340 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">12<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounce<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">semi-sweet chocolate bars<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">roughly chopped (340 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;espresso powder&#032;optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">espresso powder<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;32&#032;ounces&#032;brick-style cream cheese&#032;softened to room temperature (905 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">32<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">brick-style cream cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">softened to room temperature (905 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\u00bc&#032;cups&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;cup&#032;unsweetened cocoa powder&#032;(22 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsweetened cocoa powder<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(22 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;full-fat sour cream&#032;at room temperature (240 grams)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">full-fat sour cream<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature (240 grams)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;cup&#032;heavy cream&#032;at room temperature (60 ml)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature (60 ml)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;pure vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pure vanilla extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bc&#032;teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">teaspoon salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;large eggs&#032;at room temperature and lightly beaten\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature and lightly beaten<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep wprm-toggle-switch-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2141996365\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2141996365\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\" \/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-24738-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"24738\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #3e4146\"><\/div>&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>To make the Oreo crust: <\/strong>Preheat the oven to 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C). Add the Oreos to a blender or food processor and process until you have fine crumbs. Scoop the crumbs into a mixing bowl and add the melted butter. Mix together until all of the crumbs are moistened.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Scoop the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and firmly press it down into an even layer on the bottom of the pan.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake at 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C) for 8 to 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly while you make the filling.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>To make the cheesecake filling: <\/strong>Set a large pot of water to boil for the water bath before getting started with the filling. Alternatively, heat water in a kettle or hot water boiling device.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the chopped semisweet chocolate to a microwave-safe bowl.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat in the microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring in between each one, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Whisk in the espresso powder and set aside.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder on medium speed until smooth and well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt and mix until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix in the melted chocolate on medium speed until no lumps remain and the mixture is completely smooth, then mix in the eggs on low speed until just combined.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>To bake the cheesecake: <\/strong>Wrap the cooled springform pan with the pre-baked Oreo crust in 2 layers of aluminum foil, then place into a large oven bag. Fold the oven bag down the sides of the springform pan.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Pour the cheesecake filling into the springform pan and smooth it out into one even layer. Tap the pan on the counter a couple of times to bring any air bubbles to the top, then use a toothpick or skewer to remove any large air bubbles and smooth them out.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Carefully place the wrapped springform pan into a large roasting pan or 12\u201d cake pan with high sides.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the pan into the oven on the middle rack. With the rack pulled out, carefully and slowly add the boiling water you started before the filling into the roasting pan until it is about 1-inch deep. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake at 325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C) for 65 to 70 minutes or until the edges of the cheesecake are set and the center is still slightly jiggly. Turn the oven off, crack the oven door slightly, and allow the cheesecake to cool in the warm oven for 1 hour.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-13\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">After the cheesecake has cooled for 1 hour in the oven, remove it from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and transfer to the refrigerator to chill for 5 to 6 hours or overnight.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-24738-step-0-14\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">Run a thin knife around the outside of the cheesecake to loosen it from the pan, carefully release the springform pan, then slice into pieces, serve, and enjoy!<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-uppercase wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-line\" style=\"\">Notes<div class=\"wprm-decoration-line\" style=\"border-color: #3e4146\"><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Toppings:\u00a0<\/strong>I garnished this cheesecake with my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/how-to-make-chocolate-ganache\/\">homemade chocolate ganache recipe<\/a>. You can feel free to leave it off or top it with some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livewellbakeoften.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">homemade whipped cream<\/a> instead.\u00a0<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage:\u00a0<\/strong>Cheesecake may be stored, tightly covered, in the fridge for up to five days. It also freezes well if wrapped in a few layers of plastic wrap and sealed in a freezer bag.\u00a0<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Frozen cheesecake will last up to three months. 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