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Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes

Decadent Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes That Melt In Your Mouth

Indulge in these Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes, featuring creamy layers of chocolate atop a crunchy Oreo crust, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies Swap for gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free option.
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to use salted butter if you prefer.
Filling
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Consider using dark chocolate for a richer taste.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Reduced-fat cream cheese could make it a bit lighter.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt works well for a healthier twist.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar gives a deeper, more complex flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Omit for a gentler taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For a gourmet touch, substitute with vanilla bean.
Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream You can replace it with Cool Whip as a shortcut.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Can be skipped if using pre-sweetened whip.
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Omit if you prefer a plain topping.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Electic Mixer
  • Mini Cheesecake Pans

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F if you plan to toast the crust for added flavor (optional). Pulse the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor, and mix them with melted unsalted butter until combined. Press this mixture into the bottoms of mini cheesecake pans. Set aside to firm up.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second increments until smooth. In a separate bowl, blend cream cheese, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and sour cream until creamy. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate to create the filling.
  3. Whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to maintain its airy texture.
  4. Spoon the chocolate filling over the prepared crusts in the mini cheesecake pans, smoothing the tops. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
  5. Whip more heavy cream with cocoa powder and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Use this whipped cream to top each set cheesecake.
  6. Release the cheesecakes from their pans and pipe or spread the whipped topping onto each. Optionally garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries. Chill briefly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients and ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Refrigerate overnight for optimal texture and flavor.

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