Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a water bath by placing a roasting pan filled with hot water on the bottom rack.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter until resembling wet sand. Press into a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually add eggs, then mix in hot cocoa until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in marshmallow fluff to make the topping.
- Spread the marshmallow whipped cream over the cheesecake and garnish with mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings if desired.
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Notes
Ensure room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and consider customizing flavors like peppermint or caramel.
