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Chocolate San Sebastian Cheesecake

Delight in Chocolate San Sebastian Cheesecake: No-Crust Magic

Discover the rich and creamy Chocolate San Sebastian Cheesecake, a gluten-free, crustless delight that impresses every guest.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Sugar can substitute with stevia for lower sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 8 oz Chocolate (baking bars/couverture) 60-70% cocoa
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract use pure
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
Optional Ingredients for Variations
  • 1 tbsp Espresso Powder for mocha flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes for a spicy kick
  • 1/4 cup Raspberry Jam for swirling

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Heatproof bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the Base: In a bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one at a time.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Melt the chocolate using a double boiler and cool slightly before mixing into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Pour the cheesecake batter into the pan and smooth the top before baking for 45 minutes.
  5. Cooling Down: After baking, turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  6. Chill and Serve: Transfer the cheesecake to cool at room temperature for 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing results. Avoid chocolate chips to prevent textural issues.

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