Chocolate Mascarpone Cheesecake: A Decadent Treat for the Soul
Decadent, creamy, and utterly irresistible, this Chocolate Mascarpone Cheesecake is a dream dessert. With a rich chocolate graham cracker crust, a velvety mascarpone filling, and an optional dark chocolate ganache topping, every bite melts in your mouth. Perfect for special occasions—or just because you deserve it!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours (including cooling & chilling)
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the crust:
1 ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted), 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
For the filling:
8 oz cream cheese (softened), 8 oz mascarpone cheese (softened), 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 large eggs, ½ cup melted dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), ¼ cup cocoa powder (sifted).
For the ganache topping (optional):
½ cup heavy cream, ½ cup dark chocolate (chopped).
Instructions
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Make the Crust – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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Prepare the Filling – In a bowl, beat cream cheese, mascarpone, and sugar until smooth. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Stir in melted dark chocolate and sifted cocoa powder.
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Bake the Cheesecake – Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is slightly set but still jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let it cool for an hour. Then, let it reach room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
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Make the Ganache (Optional) – Heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour over chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, stir until smooth, and spread over the chilled cheesecake.
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Serve & Enjoy – Slice and serve with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Allowing the cheesecake to chill overnight enhances the texture.
- For a crunchier crust, chill it for 15 minutes before adding the filling.