Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine finely crushed Oreo crumbs with melted salted butter, pressing into the bottom of each muffin liner.
- Bake the crust for about 5 minutes, then cool and lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Melt bittersweet or semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder until creamy. Then add sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix in the slightly cooled melted chocolate, then add eggs one at a time, blending gently.
- Spoon cheesecake batter into muffin liners, filling about three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or overnight.
- For ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over dark chocolate chips, and stir until smooth.
- Top cooled cheesecakes with ganache and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Whip remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Decorate cheesecakes.
- Garnish with chocolate truffles or cocoa powder if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Chill for longer cuts and customize your crust or toppings as desired.
