Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes Recipe
I tried making Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes last weekend, and I have to say, these little treats are pure heaven! With their creamy chocolate filling, Oreo crust, and fluffy whipped cream topping, every bite feels like a celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Oreo crumbs
- 3½ tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream room temperature
- ¼ cup heavy cream room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 3½ ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate melted
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F. Combine the Oreo crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Divide this evenly into muffin tin liners and press it firmly into the bottom of each cup. Bake for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Slowly mix in the cocoa powder. Add vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream, blending until creamy. Reduce the mixer speed and gently beat in the egg, yolk, and melted chocolate without overmixing.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture onto the cooled crusts, filling each liner nearly to the top. Bake at 300°F for 15 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecakes inside for another 5 minutes with the door closed. Remove and allow them to cool before chilling in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Chill your mixing bowl and whisk attachment. Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon this over each cheesecake before serving.
- Gently heat the heavy cream and pour it over the chocolate chips. Stir until melted and smooth. Spread or drizzle the ganache over the cheesecakes for an extra luscious touch.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth, creamy filling.
- Press the crust firmly to avoid crumbling when serving.
- Don’t rush the chilling process; it ensures the perfect set.