Description
A decadent chocolate cheesecake with a velvety texture, topped with gooey caramel and crunchy pecans for pure indulgence—perfect for celebrations or a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, vanilla, and cocoa powder until well combined.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, drizzle caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American