Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Squares Recipe

Name: Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs; 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup sour cream; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 24 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped; 3 tablespoons shortening

Servings: persons

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
24 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons shortening

1
Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil and grease the foil. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, pecans and butter. Press into prepared pan; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and sour cream until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Bake at 325u00b0 for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack. Freeze overnight.
3
In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool slightly.
4
Using foil, lift cheesecake out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut cheesecake into 1-1/4-in. squares. Work with a few pieces at a time for dipping; keep remaining squares refrigerated until ready to dip.
5
Using a toothpick, completely dip squares, one at a time, in melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined
6
. Spoon additional chocolate over the tops if necessary to coat. (Reheat chocolate if needed to finish dipping.) Let stand for 20 minutes or until set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

1716

kcal

Calories

117

Fat

135

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans, 1/4 cup butter, melted, 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Squares 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-Covered Cheesecake Squares

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