Description
This Black Magic Chocolate Cheesecake Black Velvet Cheesecake is a dark, decadent, and spellbinding dessert perfect for Halloween parties, gothic tea gatherings, or any time you want to impress. With a black cocoa cookie crust, velvety black cocoa cheesecake filling, and dramatic presentation, it’s a spooky yet sophisticated showstopper everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
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- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (black cocoa cookies or chocolate wafers)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- For the filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Prepare crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes, then cool.
- Make filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream. Blend well. Mix in black cocoa powder until incorporated. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just combined.
- Assemble: Pour filling over cooled crust. Wrap outside of springform pan in foil. Place in a roasting pan and add hot water halfway up the sides for a water bath.
- Bake: Bake 60–70 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack door, and rest for 1 hour.
- Chill: Cool completely at room temp, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use black cocoa powder for true black color and smooth flavor.
- Always bring cream cheese and eggs to room temp for a smooth batter.
- A water bath prevents cracks and ensures even baking.
- Chill overnight for the best texture and slice with a hot knife for clean edges.
- Decorate with berry compote, edible glitter, or a chocolate spiderweb for Halloween flair.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Halloween Recipes
- Method: Bake, Water Bath
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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