Hot Cocoa Cheesecake Recipe
This Hot Cocoa Cheesecake is a rich and indulgent dessert perfect for the holiday season, featuring a creamy cheesecake base topped with a silky milk chocolate ganache and toasted mini marshmallows. The decadent layers combine to recreate the comforting flavors of hot cocoa in a beautifully presented cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling and setting time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Milk Chocolate Ganache
- 3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 teaspoons peppermint extract (optional, for peppermint flavor)
Topping
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 to 1 cup mini marshmallows (enough to just cover the top of the cheesecake)
Instructions
- Prepare Ganache: Heat the heavy cream and 3/4 cup milk chocolate chips together over a double boiler, whisking continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. If using, add peppermint extract at this point.
- Set Ganache: Allow the ganache to sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly, then pour it over the already prepared and cooled cheesecake base.
- Chill Ganache: Refrigerate the cheesecake with ganache until the ganache is firm and set.
- Add Marshmallows: Remove the cheesecake from the refrigerator and evenly distribute mini marshmallows over the top of the ganache layer.
- Broil Marshmallows: Place the cheesecake under a broiler for about 30 seconds, watch carefully and remove as soon as the marshmallows are golden brown and toasted to prevent burning.
Notes
- The base cheesecake recipe is not included here but can be found at The Kitchn’s “How to Make the Perfect Cheesecake” post.
- Optional peppermint extract adds a festive twist for peppermint hot cocoa cheesecake.
- Broiling marshmallows requires close attention to avoid burning; it happens quickly.
- This cheesecake is perfect for special occasions like birthdays and holiday celebrations.
Keywords: hot cocoa cheesecake, chocolate ganache, toasted marshmallows, holiday dessert, creamy cheesecake
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