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chocolate mousse cheesecake

Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake

Indulge in a luxurious Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake featuring layers of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate mousse, and a luscious ganache—all sitting on an Oreo crust. This dessert promises to wow at every gathering!
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 16
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 373
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 30 Oreo cookies
  • 5 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 12 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
  • 1 1/3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. For the crust: Pulverize Oreo cookies in a food processor and mix with melted butter. Press into the base of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate.
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  3. For the cheesecake: Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs, yolk, and vanilla. Mix in sour cream. Spread over crust.
  4. Bake for 45-60 minutes until edges are set. Cool completely.
  5. For the mousse: Melt 1 cup chocolate chips with 1/2 cup cream over a double boiler or microwave until smooth. Cool slightly.
  6. Whip remaining cream until stiff peaks form and fold gently into the cooled chocolate.
  7. Layer mousse over cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. For the ganache: Heat 1/2 cup cream and pour over remaining chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. Pour over the mousse layer, then refrigerate for another hour before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Information Source: Data from USDA FoodData Central, estimated where needed Values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and preparation methods.