This Royal Cheesecake features a unique cocoa crust that adds a delightful chocolate twist to the traditional cheesecake. With a creamy vanilla filling and a rich cocoa base, this dessert is perfect for those who love a touch of chocolate with their cheesecake. The process involves grating the frozen dough, which ensures a perfect crumbly texture and even baking.
Why You’ll Love This
The combination of the chocolatey crust with the smooth, vanilla-infused cheese filling makes this cheesecake stand out. It’s a wonderful dessert for special occasions or as a weekend treat. The texture contrast between the creamy center and the crumbly crust provides a satisfying experience with each bite.
Perfect Occasion
This cheesecake is ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or as a special treat for the holidays. It’s also a fantastic choice for baking enthusiasts looking to try something new and impress their guests.
Decoration Tips
For a simple yet elegant finish, dust the top with cocoa powder or powdered sugar after it has cooled. Garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for a pop of color and added flavor.
Ingredients:
Cocoa Crust:
- 150g all-purpose flour
- 120g butter
- 60g fine sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Cheese Filling:
- 3 eggs
- 500g cream cheese
- 100g sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla pudding mix
- A few drops of vanilla extract
- 50ml heavy cream (30%)
Recipe Instructions:
- Prepare the Cocoa Crust:
- Mix flour, butter, sugar, and cocoa powder in a bowl. Knead until the dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two parts, wrap in cling film, and freeze for about 1 hour until solid.
- Bake the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F) with top/bottom heat.
- Line a baking tray (approximately 26x12cm) with parchment paper.
- Grate one part of the frozen dough directly into the tray. Use your hand or the back of a spoon to flatten it out and create a smooth base.
- Bake the base in the preheated oven just until set.
- Prepare the Cheese Filling:
- Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites with half of the sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Mix the egg yolks with the remaining sugar until dissolved. Add the cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and pudding mix. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cheese mixture in two batches, ensuring not to deflate the mixture.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the cheese filling evenly over the prebaked crust.
- Grate the remaining frozen dough over the top.
- Bake in the oven for approximately 50 minutes. Check the doneness with a wooden skewer.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool down in the oven to prevent cracking.
Enjoy this Royal Cheesecake with a Cocoa Crust, a delightful twist on the classic dessert that’s sure to please any crowd!
