Description

Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake is a rich, creamy dessert featuring a chocolate cookie crust, smooth chocolate cheesecake filling, and a vibrant raspberry topping. Elegant and indulgent, it’s perfect for holidays, special occasions, or any time you crave chocolate and fruit.

Ingredients

For the crust:
1 1/2 cups chocolate sandwich cookie or chocolate graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream or heavy cream
8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted and cooled
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the raspberry topping:
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
Optional garnish:
Extra raspberries
Chocolate shavings or ganache
Whipped cream

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Pulse cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in sour cream (or heavy cream) and vanilla extract.
Fold in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Smooth the top.
Bake in a water bath (or place a pan of hot water on the lower oven rack) for 55–65 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
Remove and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
To make the topping, cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice (if using) in a saucepan over medium heat until berries break down.
Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl, then stir into raspberry mixture. Cook until thickened. Let cool completely.
Spread raspberry topping over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor.A water bath helps prevent cracks but isn’t strictly necessary.Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor.You can substitute raspberry jam thinned with lemon juice for a shortcut topping.For clean slices, dip a knife in hot water and wipe between cuts.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 110mg