Chocolate Almond Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Almond Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs; 1-1/2 cup sugar, divided; 1/2 cup cocoa; 2 tbsp. cocoa; 1/4 cup butter; margarine, melted; 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sour cream; 3 eggs; 1-1/2 tsp. almond extract, divided; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup almonds, sliced and toasted

Servings: persons

1-1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
1-1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/2 cup cocoa
2 tbsp. cocoa
1/4 cup butter
margarine, melted
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
3 eggs
1-1/2 tsp. almond extract, divided
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup almonds, sliced and toasted

1
Combine crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 T. cocoa, and butter; mix well.
2
Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan; chill.
3
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream and remaining sugar until smooth.
4
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5
Stir in 1 teaspoon of extract and remaining cocoa.
6
Pour into crust.
7
Bake at 350F for 45 to 50 minutes or until the center is almost set.
8
Cool completely.
9
Refrigerate at least 8 hours.
10
In a mixing bowl, whip cream until it mounds slightly.
11
Add confectioners' sugar and remaining extract; continue whipping until soft peaks form.
12
Spread evenly over cheesecake.
13
Sprinkle with almonds.

1296

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs, 1-1/2 cup sugar, divided, 1/2 cup cocoa, 2 tbsp. cocoa, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Almond Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Almond Cheesecake

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