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Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake

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This Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake is a decadent, rich, and creamy chocolate cheesecake. It’s sooo good and almost failproof – I’ve made it so many times, I’d call it my “fall-back” cheesecake.

Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake

Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake

I’ve had this recipe for more than 20 years and probably used it more than 100 times!! I love making it for special dinners, and if I’m able to have a place to keep it refrigerated until serving, it’s great for potlucks, too! It never lasts long and I’m always giving out the recipe – I hope you’ll join my friends and family in giving this a try!

ingredients for Chocolate Cheesecake

One of the great things about this cheesecake recipe is how easy it is to make. I think it’s almost foolproof! If you’re intimidated at the thought of making a cheesecake, this is a good one to start with! It’s creamy, rich, decadent and chocolaty! I’m not one of those people who worries too much about cracks in my cheesecake – and I don’t think you should either! If you have any small cracks, they’re easy to decorate over with whipped cream, cookies, or fresh berries!

cookie crumb crust for chocolate cheesecake
Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake ingredients in a mixing bowl

Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake recipe

  • OREO cookies
  • unsalted butter
  • cream cheese
  • granulated sugar
  • vanilla extract
  • BAKER’S semi-sweet chocolate
  • large eggs
Adding eggs to the Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake ingredients in a mixing bowl

How to make Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 325° F.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer until well blended. Add the melted chocolate and mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing at low speed just until blended.
  4. Pour mixture over the crust. Bake 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set. Remove from the oven and carefully run a knife around the rim of the pan to loosen the cake. Cool 2 hours on the counter, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
cheesecake in pan to be baked

Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake: FAQs

  • Can cheesecake be frozen?

Absolutely! Be sure the cheesecake is cooled completely first! You can freeze individual slices by wrapping them in foil or plastic and placing them in heavy freezer-type plastic bags. Individually wrapped slices will last for three weeks.

You can also freeze an entire cheesecake and it will last four to six weeks. Wrap it well in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil.

Note: Thaw your cheesecake overnight in the refrigerator. In a rush, individual slices can be unthawed on the counter in thirty minutes.

  • Can I make cheesecake ahead of time?

Sure! It should be good for about 3-5 days if refrigerated.

  • How do I decorate chocolate cheesecake?

The sky is the limit – Personally, I like to keep it simple with cookies, whipped cream, and a drizzle of chocolate. Sometimes, I use fresh berries with mint or chocolate-dipped strawberries. This cheesecake recipe is great as it is also – so you don’t have to decorate it at all if you don’t want to!

  • Can I use light cream cheese?

I’ve never had a problem substituting a lighter cream cheese. Go for it!

  • What is a good substitute for cream cheese?

Ricotta, mascarpone, or Neufchatel cheese are all great options. 

delicious creamy, rich, and decadent chocolate cheesecake

How did you like this recipe

I’d love to hear your thoughts! Whether this is your first or fiftieth cheesecake, I would love to know about your experiences with the recipe. Please leave me a comment, or ask a question if you have one!

overhead shot baked and decorated chocolate bliss cheesecake
slice of cheesecake on plate
eating chocolate cheesecake with three pieces on three forks

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Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake

Jamie Sherman
This Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake is a decadent, rich, and creamy chocolate cheesecake. It's sooo good and almost failproof – I've made it so many times, I'd call it my "fall-back" cheesecake.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Inactive Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 472 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 18 OREO cookies finely crushed (1-1/2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 3 packages cream cheese, softened 8 oz. each
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package BAKER'S semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled 8 squares
  • 3 large eggs

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325° F.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with an electric mixer until well blended. Add the melted chocolate and mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed just until blended.
  • Pour mixture over the crust. Bake 55-60 minutes or until the center is almost set. Remove from oven and carefully run a knife around the rim of the pan to loosen the cake. Cool 2 hours on the counter, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Can I freeze slices of cheesecake? Be sure the cheesecake is cooled completely first! You can freeze individual slices by wrapping them in foil or plastic and placing them in heavy freezer-type plastic bags. Individually wrapped slices will last for three weeks.
  • You can also freeze an entire cheesecake and it will last four to six weeks. Wrap it well in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 7gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 241mgFiber: 2gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 897IUCalcium: 78mgIron: 4mg

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Originally published on August 7, 2012. Updated on April 24, 2020. 

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Comments

  12. Jaime Lyn

    I will gladly share my piece with you!! I did at least give my cheesecake a try when I made it, hoping since I stuffed it full of sugar that might help 😉
    Maybe the chocolate in yours would win me over 🙂

    #64

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  14. Winelady Cooks

    Hi Jamie, Love this recipe. I too was looking for something different but couldn't find one. Your chocolate recipe looks divine. I will definitely have to make it.

    Stop by I'm #68 CCC when you have a chance.

    Thanks for sharing,
    Joanne

    Reply

  15. kitchen koala

    Isn't if funny how sometimes the best recipes are 'back of the box'? My hubby would love this chocolate cheesecake! Thanks for visiting my blog 🙂

    Stopping by from CCC #35

    Reply

  17. Caroline

    Ooh, I love chocolate cheesecake – the last one I made didn't set properly so I might have to try your recipe! Thanks for stopping by my blog too 🙂

    Reply

  23. Rachel

    It's so frustrating when you don't get just what you want 🙁

    Hopefully the 70+ participants will give you a recipe that will be exactly what you want!!

    Reply

  28. Jenna @ Newlyweds

    Can't go wrong with a tried and true favorite, though I have personally never met a cheesecake I didn't love. I even have a recipe for a jalapeno cheesecake (it's a dip really). This one looks delicious and I bet the chocolate is so great with it.

    Reply

  32. Danielle

    I tried really hard to post my most recent chocolately goodness….but it kept saying I didn't have a backlink, even though it did. Sorry I'm missing this week 🙁

    Reply

  43. Robyn Osborn

    Looks delicious! Thanks for stopping by and linking up to Foodie Friends Friday Linky party! Don't forget to come back on Sunday to vote!

    Oh, and I am #75. I made a simple Oreo Cheesecake! :o)

    Reply

  57. MM

    I love that you have a "fall back" cheesecake. Makes good sense to me!
    Thank you for linking with See Ya In the Gumbo this week.

    Reply

  58. Andy David

    Hello.
    My second visit here. Coming over from Kathe's blog hop.

    I tried to resist this, but my chocolate urge took over (smile). I love, love, love chocolate and cheesecake. I wish I could cook so I could make all these delicious recipes myself. I'm going to have to make an appointment to come over to your house for some virtual tasting! LOL
    Thanks for sharing.

    E is for: The Eyes Of Life

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  61. Joanne DiPalo

    Hi Jamie, This is one of my favorite cheesecakes only because I'm a big chocolate fan. This looks so easy to make and sounds decadent. Thanks for sharing with Foodie Friends Friday Chocolate Party this week.

    Look forward to seeing you again soon,
    Joanne

    Reply
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