Chocolate Cream Cheese Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of this Chocolate Cream Cheese Cake, a dreamy dessert that combines the deep, fudgy flavor of chocolate with the creamy tang of swirled cream cheese. This show-stopping treat is made with a moist cocoa-infused batter, delicately marbled with a smooth cream cheese layer and topped with semi-sweet chocolate chips for extra bursts of chocolatey goodness. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves up to 12 slices of pure bliss. Whether enjoyed on its own or dressed up with a dollop of whipped cream, this irresistible cake is sure to be a favorite for chocolate lovers. Plus, with make-ahead convenience and refrigerator storage, it's an ideal dessert to please a crowd or satisfy your sweet tooth throughout the week.
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Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 pieces eggs, large
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups canola oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 piece egg yolk
- 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or butter.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined.
Step 3
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth.
Step 4
Reduce the mixer speed to low and slowly add the boiling water to the batter. The consistency will be thin; this is normal. Set the chocolate batter aside.
Step 5
In a separate medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared baking pan, ensuring it is spread evenly.
Step 7
Spoon dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the chocolate batter, then use a knife to gently swirl the two together, creating a marbled effect.
Step 8
Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top of the swirled batter.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
Step 10
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Step 11
Serve as is or with a dollop of whipped cream for extra decadence. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1943.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5768.1 |
| Total Fat 281.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 101.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 836.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5456.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 844.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 78.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 552.2g | |
| Protein 103.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 205.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 849.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 44.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3707.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories