Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake (Print-Friendly Format)

Creamy dessert with dark chocolate and raspberries, perfect for impressing guests or a comforting treat.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 480 ml crushed chocolate cookies
02 - 60 ml unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

03 - 680 g cream cheese, softened
04 - 100 g granulated sugar
05 - 60 ml dark chocolate, melted
06 - 5 ml vanilla extract
07 - 3 large eggs
08 - 120 ml fresh raspberries

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line the base of a springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan to form the base.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, melted dark chocolate, and vanilla extract until completely smooth.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides to ensure an even mixture.
05 - Gently fold in the fresh raspberries with a spatula. Pour the cheesecake batter evenly over the prepared crust.
06 - Bake on the centre rack for 60 minutes, or until the centre is set but still slightly wobbly.
07 - Allow to cool completely at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for several hours prior to serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use high-quality dark chocolate for a rich, complex flavour.
02 - Chilling the cheesecake enhances texture and depth of taste.