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Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes Recipe

Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes Recipe
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Indulge in these decadent Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes that are rich, creamy, and perfectly portioned. The combination of a chocolate Oreo crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a silky chocolate ganache topping makes these mini treats irresistible.

Ingredients

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Oreo Crust:

  • 1 cup Oreo crumbs
  • 3½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, full fat, brick style, room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, full fat, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted
  • 1½ ounces dark chocolate, melted (or substitute with semi-sweet chocolate)

Whipped Cream Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Chocolate Cheesecakes: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line muffin pan with cupcake liners. Combine Oreo crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into liners. Bake crusts for 5 minutes. Set aside. Melt chopped chocolate; set aside. Reduce oven to 300°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar until combined. Add cocoa, vanilla, heavy cream, and sour cream. Mix in eggs and melted chocolate. Fill muffin tin with batter. Bake for 15 minutes, then let sit in oven for 5 minutes. Cool and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  3. If using ganache, spoon onto cheesecakes and refrigerate to set.
  4. Whipped Cream: Chill bowl and whisk/beaters. Beat cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Continue beating until stiff peaks.
  5. Chocolate Ganache (optional): Place chocolate chips in a bowl. Heat cream in a saucepan and pour over chocolate. Let sit for 3 minutes, then stir until smooth. Cool slightly before using.

Notes

  • Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • Chill the cheesecakes thoroughly before serving for the best texture.
  • Variation: Top with fresh berries or a sprinkle of sea salt for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes, Chocolate Oreo Crust, Cream Cheese Filling, Chocolate Ganache, Whipped Cream Topping, Dessert Recipe

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