Chocolate Tres leches cheesecake

Name: Chocolate Tres leches cheesecake
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Crust:; 1 1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; For the Cheesecake:; 16 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 4 large eggs; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tsp vanilla extract; For the Tres Leches:; 1 can evaporated milk; 1 can sweetened condensed milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream; For the Chocolate Ganache:; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

12 steps

This dessert is a fusion of chocolate cheesecake and tres leches cake, featuring a chocolate graham cracker crust, a creamy cream cheese filling, and a soaking of three milks. It's topped with a rich chocolate ganache, creating a decadent and indulgent treat that's perfect for special occasions. Tips: Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter. Grease the pan well to prevent sticking. Avoid overmixing the batter. Consider using a water bath to prevent cracks. Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to prevent cracks. Chill the cheesecake thoroughly, preferably overnight. Pour the tres leches mixture evenly over the cake. Prepare the chocolate ganache smoothly. Refrigerate the cheesecake after adding the ganache. Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts. Serve the cheesecake chilled and get creative with garnishes.

Updated at: Mon, 04 Sep 2023 03:59:59 GMT

Ingredients

11 servings

1 ½ cupschocolate graham cracker crumbs

¼ cupsugar

½ cupunsalted butter

melted

16 ozcream cheese

softened

1 cupgranulated sugar

1 tspvanilla extract

For the Tres Leches:

1can evaporated milk

1can sweetened condensed milk

½ cupheavy cream

½ cupsemisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 4

Mix in the heavy cream, sour cream, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream.

Step 8

Once the cheesecake has finished baking, let it cool for 10 minutes before poking several holes all over the surface with a fork.

Step 9

Pour the tres leches mixture over the cheesecake, making sure to cover every inch. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 3 hours or overnight.

Step 10

To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it comes to a simmer. Remove from the heat and pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 1-2 minutes before stirring until smooth.

Step 11

Once the cheesecake is chilled, pour the chocolate ganache over the top and spread it evenly. Return the cheesecake to the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the ganache to set.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your delicious chocolate tres leches cheesecake!