Double Chocolate Cheesecake Cake
A rich, indulgent dessert combining moist chocolate cake, a layer of creamy chocolate cheesecake, and topped with silky chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or when you’re just feeling fancy .
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake (2 layers):
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup hot water
For the Chocolate Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup melted semi-sweet chocolate
For the Chocolate Ganache:
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional Toppings:
Chocolate curls
Shaved chocolate
Fresh berries
Whipped cream
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Chocolate Cheesecake (First!):
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
Stir in melted chocolate until fully combined.
Pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment.
Bake for 45–50 minutes or until center is set.
Cool completely and chill in fridge for 2+ hours (or overnight).
2️⃣ Make the Chocolate Cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla.
Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients. Add hot water last (batter will be thin).
Pour evenly into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes.
Let cakes cool completely on wire racks.
3️⃣ Make the Ganache:
Heat cream until just boiling.
Pour over chocolate chips in a bowl and let sit 2 minutes.
Stir until smooth and glossy. Cool slightly.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
Place one chocolate cake layer on a plate or cake stand.
Carefully place the chilled cheesecake layer on top.
Add the second chocolate cake layer over the cheesecake.
Pour ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to spread.
5️⃣ Final Touches:
Garnish with chocolate curls, berries, or whipped cream as desired
Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before slicing to firm up layers.
Serving Suggestion
Serve chilled or slightly room temp with a glass of cold milk or a hot espresso . Every bite is rich, creamy, and chocolate-lover approved .
