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Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake

Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake Topped with Marshmallow Bliss

Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake, a luscious dessert perfect for sharing during the holidays.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Chocolate Cookie Crumbs Substitution: Use store-bought chocolate crust for ease.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Must be melted.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Must be at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs Must be at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Hot Cocoa Mix Choose your favorite brand for best results.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • springform pan
  • roasting pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake
  1. 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.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter until resembling wet sand. Press into a springform pan.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually add eggs, then mix in hot cocoa until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  5. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in marshmallow fluff to make the topping.
  7. Spread the marshmallow whipped cream over the cheesecake and garnish with mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and consider customizing flavors like peppermint or caramel.

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