Gluten-Free Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
A rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake that is gluten-free, perfect for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine the gluten-free chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream and melted chocolate chips until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Top with whipped cream or chocolate ganache for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg