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Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes Recipe

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These Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes are decadent, individual-sized desserts made with a crunchy Oreo crust, a rich cocoa-infused cream cheese filling, topped with silky chocolate ganache and light cocoa whipped cream. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking for an indulgent yet elegant treat.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed Oreo cookie crumbs, no filling
  • 4 TBSP unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 14 ounces regular cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 TBSP granulated sugar
  • 2 TBSP unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup full fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs plus one egg yolk, room temperature
  • 4 ounces dark or semi sweet chocolate, melted

Ganache

  • 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Chocolate Whipping Cream

  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 3 TBSP confectioner’s sugar
  • 3 TBSP natural unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners for easy removal and cleanup.
  2. Make Crust. In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with melted butter. Stir together thoroughly using a fork to coat the crumbs evenly.
  3. Form Crusts. Distribute the crust mixture evenly into the 12 cupcake liners and press down firmly to create a compact base for the cheesecakes.
  4. Bake Crusts. Bake the crusts for 5 minutes to set them. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Then reduce oven temperature to 300°F (149°C).
  5. Prepare Cheesecake Filling. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder on low speed until combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  6. Add Yogurt and Vanilla. Add Greek yogurt and vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until evenly incorporated.
  7. Incorporate Eggs. Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until fully combined.
  8. Mix in Melted Chocolate. Gently fold in the melted chocolate using a silicone spatula until no streaks remain, ensuring a smooth chocolate filling.
  9. Fill Liners. Evenly divide the cheesecake filling into the prepared crusts, filling each liner almost to the top.
  10. Bake Cheesecakes. Bake for 15 minutes at 300°F. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecakes inside with the door closed for an additional 5 minutes to prevent cracking.
  11. Cool and Chill. Remove cheesecakes from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes to chill fully.
  12. Make Ganache. Place chocolate chips in a medium heatproof bowl. Heat 1/2 cup heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to boil, then pour over chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
  13. Set Ganache. Set aside or refrigerate the ganache for 15 minutes to thicken. Once cheesecakes are cooled, top each with 1 tablespoon of ganache and chill in the refrigerator for 5 minutes to set.
  14. Prepare Chocolate Whipped Cream. In a stand mixer bowl fitted with a whisk attachment, combine chilled heavy cream, confectioner’s sugar, and cocoa powder. Whip on high speed until soft peaks form, then whisk by hand until stiff peaks form—being careful not to over mix.
  15. Decorate Cheesecakes. Transfer chocolate whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe decorative swirls atop each cheesecake.
  16. Final Chill and Serve. Refrigerate the cheesecakes until ready to serve, ensuring the whipped cream remains firm and the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
  • Do not overmix the cheesecake batter to avoid incorporating excess air which causes cracking.
  • Chilling time can be extended for firmer texture and easier slicing.
  • Use good quality chocolate for a richer ganache flavor.
  • Store cheesecakes covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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