Rich Chocolate Cake (Print-Friendly Version)
A smooth, rich chocolate treat that's naturally gluten-free. Features a blend of chocolates for a perfect balance of flavor.
# Ingredients:
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2 teaspoons of vanilla.
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8 ounces of bittersweet chocolate.
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8 ounces of semisweet chocolate.
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40 ounces of cream cheese.
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16 ounces of sour cream.
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6 eggs, large.
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2 cups of sugar, granulated.
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Strawberries, if you'd like.
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A pinch of salt (about ¼ teaspoon).
# Steps:
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Let cream cheese soften. Heat oven to 400°F. Set up a water bath and ready your springform pan.
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Start with one cream cheese block, beating until it's creamy. Add one egg at a time, mixing as you go.
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Melt both types of chocolate. Stir them into the batter along with the other ingredients. Mix everything for 7 minutes.
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Bake in a water bath at 400°F for 10 minutes, then lower to 375°F and continue baking for 45-55 minutes.
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Let the cheesecake sit in the oven for an hour to cool. Chill in the fridge overnight before slicing.
# Notes:
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Check your springform pan to avoid leaks.
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Skip covering if fridge odors aren't an issue.
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Store in the freezer for up to 3 weeks.