Description
These Chocolate Cheesecake Bars with Ganache are a delightful indulgence that every chocolate lover should try.
Ingredients
Scale
- 36 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
- 115 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 340 grams bittersweet chocolate chips, high quality
- 680 grams cream cheese, softened
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 55 grams light brown sugar, packed
- 15 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 10 milliliters vanilla extract
- 340 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips, preferably Ghirardelli or baker’s chocolate
- 240 milliliters heavy whipping cream
- Whipped cream (for garnish, optional)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 175°C (350°F). Take your lined baking dish and prepare it by lightly spraying the surface with non-stick spray.
- Using a food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies until you achieve fine crumbs. Mix in the melted butter until fully combined.
- Firmly press this mixture into the bottom of your lined baking pan, creating an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the bittersweet chocolate chips until melted. Let cool slightly.
- In a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until creamy, then incorporate the sugars and cocoa powder.
- Blend in the eggs and heavy cream, then fold in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the cooled crust.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, then cool completely and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
- Prepare the ganache by heating the heavy cream until boiling, then pouring it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips and whisking until smooth.
- Once the cheesecake is set, pour the ganache over the bars, smooth it out, and return to the refrigerator until set.
- Cut into bars and serve garnished with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
These bars can be made in advance, making them a perfect dessert for parties or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Protein: 5 g