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Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake

Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake

This cheesecake combines rich chocolate flavors with the warmth of hot cocoa. It's perfect for chocolate lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Springform pan

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Use store-bought chocolate crust if short on time
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese Room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup hot cocoa mix Your favorite brand

For the Topping

  • 1 cup heavy cream Whip until soft peaks form
  • 1 cup marshmallow fluff Available in bulk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  • Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter together. Press into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in hot cocoa mix until combined.
  • Pour cheesecake filling over the crust. Bake for 60 minutes or until set. Allow to cool before refrigerating.
  • For the topping, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Spread marshmallow fluff on top of the chilled cheesecake, then add whipped cream.

Notes

Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving for best results.
Keyword cheesecake, chocolate dessert, Decadent Hot Cocoa Cheesecake