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    El Mundo Eats » Baked Cheesecake

    Published: Dec 19, 2020 · Updated: Dec 19, 2020 by Bea & Marco · This post may contain affiliate links · 25 Comments

    The BEST Double Chocolate Cheesecake (No Bain-Marie)

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    Everybody loves chocolate, right? When we made a poll in our Youtube channel between gingerbread or chocolate flavoured dessert, chocolate won with a landslide.

    Hence the birth of this ohhh decadent double chocolate cheesecake that's too good to be true. But it is! It's not using bain-marie method so guess what? It's going to be a super easy and less hassle one.

    chocolate cheesecake on a cake stand.

    Let's check it out, shall we?

    Jump to:
    • Recipe Highlights
    • Lets Talk Ingredients
    • How To Prevent My Cheesecake From Cracking
    • More Chocolate Recipes
    • Recipe Video
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    • 💬 Comments

    Recipe Highlights

    Taste and texture - decadent and creamy chocolate cheesecake filling with oreo base and yes, chocolate ganache as topping.

    Level - easy but with bearing a few things in mind. See tips below.

    Method - direct baking (no bain-marie needed).

    Occasion - perfect for holidays or to impress, or hey whenever you fancy.

    Lets Talk Ingredients

    chocolate cheesecake ingredientes.

    Cream cheese - full fat, please. Pure cream cheese, non of those whipped ones. Could come in bricks or tubs.

    SUBSTITUTION: Use mascarpone instead, just know that it'll be double rich.

    Greek yogurt - full fat also, please. Sour cream works great as well.

    Semisweet chocolate - I use 55%. You can use darker chocolate, just know that it'll effect the taste (less sweet).

    Brown sugar - any brown type will do, for that caramel hint. White or coconut sugar also works fine.

    How To Prevent My Cheesecake From Cracking

    Yes, lets talk about that.

    The beauty of a baked-cheesecake is that smooth top, with no cracks at all. Right? Usually people use the bain-marie method to achieve that but what if I told you there's a way that's easier and less hassle?

    Follow my tips, understand the reason behind them and your cheesecake will never crack, ever again.

    Less is more - whisk as little as you possibly can whenever you're mixing ingredients. This prevents incorporating air into the mixture thus avoid cracking when baked.

    Low speed - whether you're using a standing or handheld mixer, always use the lowest speed. Same reason as above.

    cut chocolate cheesecake showing the inside.

    Low oven temperature - each oven is another world. Make sure you're reading the accurate temperature by using a portable thermometer. I use one like this. Ovens can vary in temperature easily by 20 degree, and that's too much. Baking in a very low temperature ensures the cheesecake to cook slowly and evenly. It's like mimicking bain-marie.

    Conventional mode - meaning your oven only provides heat from the upper and lower part of the oven, without circulating any hot air. Hot air makes the cheesecake (or any bake goods) dry and cracks. Convection ovens are also easily 25-35 degree hotter, which we don't want. Same reason as above.

    Ingredients temperature - last but not least, make sure you follow the temperature mentioned for each ingredient. Everything is thought of so that mixing all ingredients are easier and faster with less whisking. See first reason.

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    Recipe Video

    📖 Recipe

    Chocolate cheesecake on a cake stand.

    The Best Double Chocolate Cheesecake

    The best and the only double chocolate cheesecake recipe that you'll need. Made easier without bain-marie method and no cracks guaranteed. Decadent creamy chocolate filling with oreo base and chocolate ganache on top. Yum!
    Author: Bea & Marco
    5 from 10 votes
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    Servings: 12 people
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time55 mins
    Chill Time8 hrs

    Equipment

    • 7" springform pan
    • Stand mixer
    • Cake stand (metal/wood)

    Ingredients  

    The Base

    • 14 oreo cookies with filling , crushed (1 ½ cup cookie crumbs or 150 g)
    • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter (45 g)

    The Filling

    • 12 oz full fat cream cheese (340 g), room temperature
    • ⅓ cup Greek yogurt (80 g), room temperature
    • ⅓ cup brown sugar (55 g), packed
    • 2 tablespoon all purpose flour (16 g)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 tablespoon natural cocoa powder (10 g)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 6 oz semisweet chocolate 55% (170 g), chopped
    • 2 large eggs , room temperature

    Chocolate Ganache

    • 6 oz semisweet chocolate 55% (170 g), chopped
    • ¾ cup whipping cream min 35% fat (190 ml)
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    Instructions

    The Base

    • Mix cookie crumbs and butter in a bowl, using a spoon. Pour into a 7 inch (18 cm) springform pan and press evenly. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

    The Filling

    • Using a standing mixer, add all ingredients into the mixing bowl except for semisweet chocolate and eggs. Using the paddle attachment at lowest speed, mix everything well. Do not over mix at any point in this recipe. Set aside.
    • In another bowl, melt the semisweet chocolate in microwave or use double boiler. Now pour into the mixing bowl and immediately mix until well incorporated. Set aside.
    • In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Now add in the cheese mixture into the egg bowl in 3 additions, mixing well after each addition. Use a hand whisk. Pour the mixture into our prepared pan and spread evenly. Give it a few taps on the kitchen counter.

    Baking

    • Bake in a preheated oven at 265ºF (130ºC) using a conventional mode (no fan-assisted), at lower ⅔ rack, with upper and lower heat for 55 minutes or until the edges set and the center still wiggle when you lightly shake the pan.
    • Remove from the oven and leave to cool completely before chilling it in the fridge for 8 hours. I'd recommend this step as it develops further the flavour.

    Chocolate Ganache

    • Heat whipping cream in a pot until the second that it starts to boil and then immediately pour into a bowl containing the chopped chocolate. Leave for 30 seconds and then mix everything together using a hand whisk.

    Assembling

    • Remove cheesecake from the fridge and pour half of chocolate ganache on top. Swirl the pan to help cover all the surface. Place cheesecake back in the fridge while waiting the balance of the ganache is firm enough to pipe.

    How To Remove Cheesecake From The Pan

    • Run a knife all around the cheesecake to help loosen it up. Release the spring and remove the ring. Run a knife all around under the cheesecake base to loosen it. Insert 2 big flat spatula underneath, on opposite direction. Swiftly yet confidently lift up the cheesecake using the spatulas and place it on a serving plate.
    • Pipe the ganache on top and it's ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Pack brown sugar (for cup measurement)
    • Use portable oven thermometer (like this one) for a more precise temperature reading (I use it too)
    • Refer to my post above for ingredients notes and tips
    • Like any other cheesecakes and more with this one that has ganache, I don't recommend you to put it out at room temperature for hours as it will effect the texture. 1 hour out max, then place it back in the fridge.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories: 454.9kcal, Carbohydrates: 34.6g, Protein: 6.2g, Fat: 33.2g, Saturated Fat: 18.5g, Cholesterol: 83.3mg, Sodium: 212.3mg, Potassium: 287mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 23.9g, Calcium: 76.4mg, Iron: 3.8mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @elmundoeats and tag #elmundoeats!

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    1. Jacquelyn Schechter says

      January 26, 2023 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      OK.......I've made this cake 3 times (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years). One person said "This is the only cake I want to eat the rest of my life!". Another person said "This cake is better than Sweet Lady Jane). I was told I could open a fine French bakery featuring this cake. Several people called the next day begging for the recipe. The only things I did differently was I used sour cream instead of Greek yogurt..... chocolate whipped cream instead of ganache for the decorative piping....and I added chocolate curls in the top center. Enough said......this is one delicious cake, and thank you for sharing the recipe. Jacquelyn

      Reply
      • Bea & Marco says

        January 29, 2023 at 12:06 pm

        Hi Jacquelyn! I'm so flattered (and honored!) that our recipe made it into your home during the festive days! It warms my heart to know that ❤️. Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for sharing your twist on the recipe!

        Reply
    2. Lisa says

      December 20, 2022 at 6:08 am

      Have you tried making this recipe into mini cheesecakes (a chocolate version of your world famous recipe)?

      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Bea & Marco says

        December 20, 2022 at 11:25 am

        I haven't but it's extremely doable. And I also have mini chocolate cheesecake recipe, do check it out. Hope it helps!

        Reply
    3. Audrey says

      November 24, 2022 at 7:59 pm

      For the ganache do I use whipped cream (like cool whip) or heavy whipping cream?
      I’ve made it before and it turned out legendary but I can’t remember!

      Reply
      • Bea says

        November 25, 2022 at 8:38 am

        Use heavy whipping cream. Have fun!

        Reply
    4. madison says

      August 03, 2022 at 4:18 am

      hello, i'd love to make this recipe. how long does it last in the refrigerator?

      Reply
      • Bea says

        August 03, 2022 at 11:05 am

        Hi! It's best consumed within 3-4 days. Hope it helps!

        Reply
    5. Aud says

      June 30, 2022 at 8:55 pm

      I’m using a 10 inch pan. What changes do I do?

      Reply
      • Bea says

        July 01, 2022 at 9:50 am

        Multiply all ingredients by 1.6. Follow the baking instructions as written above (baking time might vary though). Hope it helps!

        Reply
    6. Donna maier says

      June 03, 2022 at 12:06 am

      5 stars
      I am thinking about making this chocolate cheesecake soon. I am wondering what type of cocoa powder do you use for this cheesecake natural or dutched process cocoa powder?

      Reply
      • Donna Maier says

        June 03, 2022 at 12:13 am

        5 stars
        I see now it says natural Cocoa Sorry, but is there a brand of cocoa powder you prefer? Thanks

        Reply
        • Bea says

          June 03, 2022 at 9:38 am

          Hi Donna! Yes, it's natural cocoa. Honestly, I use our local supermarket brand here in Spain (it's called Hacendado). It has good reviews even being a supermarket brand. I used to use Nature's Heart organic raw cocoa until Costo here doesn't bring it anymore. I think any brand with good quality will do. Hope it helps.

          Reply
          • Donna says

            June 12, 2022 at 10:40 pm

            5 stars
            Thank you! I Plan to make it in July!

            Reply
            • Bea says

              June 13, 2022 at 3:19 pm

              Awesome! Hope you'll like it as much as I do, thanks Donna!

    7. Ces says

      July 08, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      Can i omit greek yogurt on the recipe? I can't find any here in the Philippines 🙂 thanks!

      Reply
      • Bea says

        July 09, 2021 at 11:14 am

        Hi! You can substitute it with sour cream if you can't find Greek yogurt. Hope it helps!

        Reply
    8. Zeke says

      February 22, 2021 at 7:40 am

      If I’m using a 9 inch pan, what changes should I do?

      Reply
      • Bea says

        February 22, 2021 at 1:49 pm

        Multiply all ingredients by 1.4. Hope it helps.

        Reply
    9. Nina says

      February 02, 2021 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      It was so delicious Bea! Can I freeze the balance?
      Thank your for sharing.

      Reply
      • Bea says

        February 02, 2021 at 11:53 am

        Yes, you can (I do it with all my cheesecakes). Freeze them in portions so that it'll be easier to grab and thaw later. Hope it helps and thank you Nina!

        Reply
    10. Leena says

      February 01, 2021 at 6:21 pm

      Hello

      If I double the ingredients should i use the 7 inch pan or i use a bigger one?

      Thank you

      Reply
      • Bea says

        February 01, 2021 at 6:40 pm

        Hi Leena! You can use 2 x 7 inch pans or a 12 inch pan (for the same height). Hope it helps.

        Reply
    11. Odessa says

      December 26, 2020 at 1:48 am

      5 stars
      I made this for Christmas dessert for.my husband who is a chocolate lover. This was my first time making a cheese cake, but won't be my last. Great recipe with easy directions (I watched the video). Absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Bea says

        December 26, 2020 at 4:08 pm

        I'm so happy to know you and your husband liked it, and wow for a first cheesecake, congrats! Keep on cooking and thanks for leaving your comment!

        Reply

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