There is nothing quite as deliciously decadent as a cheesecake — and this creamy, chocolaty mocha cheesecake is no exception!
We have combined the rich flavors of chocolate, vanilla, a splash of coffee and a hint of rum to create a dessert that looks as indulgent as it tastes. What gives this cake its zing? In this recipe, we not only used cream cheese, but also sour cream. Then we added lots of melted chocolate to give this cake a remarkable creaminess that melts on your tongue.
Adding the creamy chocolate to the batter
A made-from-scratch chocolate graham cracker crust made with lots of butter and cocoa forms the base, but if you are pressed for time, a store-bought crust will also do. ANOTHER CHEESECAKE YOU MIGHT LIKE: Eggnog brûlée cheesecake with gingerbread crust
This mocha cheesecake is baked and then cooled overnight to allow it to achieve that dense, rich consistency that can only be found in gourmet baked goods. The wait may be a little longer, but believe us — it is well worth it.
Making the chocolate graham cracker crust
A springform pan is your friend in this baking endeavor and allows you to easily remove your cake from the pan while retaining its perfectly round shape.
The crumb crust for this mocha cheesecake
Serve up this dessert on a pretty platter with coffee or tea for a memorable holiday moment. We garnished the top with walnuts, but feel free to finish it off by using your favorite sauces — like caramel or chocolate sauce — and add other goodies like chocolate chips, cherries or other types of nuts.
Blending the cream and the mocha
And then? Get ready for that first blissful bite of heaven. Your family will beg you to make this one again and again!
Mocha cheesecake ready to bake
Mocha cheesecake ready to serve
Courses Desserts
2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa1/4 cup sugar3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons melted butter
Filling:
8 ounces semisweet good quality chocolate, cut into 1/4” chunks2 teaspoons instant coffee1 teaspoon water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon rum extract3 large eggs3/4 cup white sugarThree 8-ounce packages softened cream cheese2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa3 cups sour cream1/4 cup butter, melted12 whole walnuts
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