Three times the chocolate makes these Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes a dream dessert for the chocolate lovers in your life.
Cheesecake is one of our absolute favorites around here. I was going to wait until next month to share this recipe, but have you looked at these bad boys???
Chocolate upon chocolate upon chocolate just had to be shared immediately.
These little chocolate cheesecakes were one of the treats I made to share at a party we were headed to the other day.
It's a good thing we had somewhere to go with all these holiday treats because I can't be trusted around cheesecake and Buckeye Buttons.
I just couldn't wait any longer to share this recipe with you because they were so good. These mini chocolate cheesecakes are made with layers of chocolate that make them kind of irresistible!!!
Ok, absolutely and completely irresistible! I might have consumed more than a person eating healthy should have, but hey, that's the beauty of it.
I can choose to eat whatever I want whenever I want. It's all about eating things in moderation.
Drinking lots of water and getting exercise also helps to balance out things like Congo Bars and Cheesecake Apple Pie.
These triple chocolate cheesecakes are just the right size to share at parties and events.
A large full-sized cheesecake is amazing and impressive, but sometimes I just want a little bite of cheesecake without all the time and effort.
By making cheesecake batter in a muffin tin you can create tiny little mini cheesecakes that everyone will go crazy for.
Line your pan with cupcake liners because then you never have to worry about your crust sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Plus, it also makes them easier to pass out at parties.
Tips for making Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes:
- Layers of different chocolates make these mini chocolate cheesecakes taste amazing.
- Start by crushing your cookies and adding a little bit of butter to hold it together. You don't need much because you will also leave the frosting in the cookies.
- Divide that evenly into the cupcake liners and press it down firmly with a tart shaper or a smaller sized cup that fits in the bottom of the liner.
- Mix up your chocolate cheesecake layer and spoon that onto the crust. Bake and chill the mini cheesecakes.
- Add a swirl of creamy no bake cheesecake layer with a decorating bag and icing tip 1M.
- Then add chocolate drizzles, chocolate chips, and mini chocolate cookies. How's that for a little bit of chocolate? Ha!
More chocolate recipes you make like:
- The sweet layers in this Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Brownie Cake will make you declare this the best!
- This Cookies and Cream Chocolate Pie is easy to make when you need a chocolate fix.
- Two times the chocolate make these Chocolate Mocha Muffins a delicious way to start out the day.
- A gooey Chocolate S'mores Pudding Cake is a good idea any time of year.
- This single Chocolate Mug Cake is perfect when I'm craving something sweet at night.
Recipe
Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes
Three times the chocolate makes these Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes a dream dessert for the chocolate lovers in your life.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 16 Oreo cookies
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Cheesecakes
- 2 - 8 ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- ⅔ cup dark chocolate chips, melted
- 2 large eggs
For the Chocolate Mousse
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips, melted *(see note below)
- 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
- hot fudge
- mini chocolate chips
- 18 mini Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place a large sheet pan on the bottom rack of the oven and fill it halfway with water. Place 18 cupcake liners in muffin tins.
- Place the cookies in a food processor and pulse until they become crumbs. Stir in the butter.
- Divide the mixture evenly into the liners and press down firmly. Set aside.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add the sour cream, vanilla, and flour and beat again.
- Pour the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture and beat again. Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the pan.
- Add the eggs and beat until mixed in. Spoon the mixture evenly onto the prepared crusts. Bake 22-23 minutes.
- Remove and let the cheesecakes cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate until chilled.
- Beat the remaining cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Slowly mix in the melted chocolate chips.
- Fold in 2 cups of Cool Whip gently. Spoon the mixture into a piping bag with icing tip 1M. Swirl on the tops of the chilled cheesecakes.
- Drizzle with hot fudge, sprinkle with mini chocolate chips, and add a mini Oreo right before serving.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 18 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 444Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 2gSugar: 30gProtein: 6g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
(original photo from December 2011)
*The post and recipe for Mini Triple Chocolate Cheesecakes was originally published December 28, 2011. The pictures and recipe have been updated and the post has been republished on December 27, 2018.
Susan Thompson
I just tried these and they fell in and collapsed. Any advice? I followed recipe and even put the pan of water in (which I’ve never heard of before). When I got done with the mix, it was very light and fluffy, which I thought was weird but there are no references, so I went with it. There was so much mix for 18 cupcake papers. Any thoughts?
Jocelyn
You only made the cheesecake portion first, right? That mixture shouldn't have been fluffy. The center of the cheesecakes will fall slightly after they cool, but not very much. It leaves a little center to fill in with the fluffy mousse mixture.
Susan Thompson
Yes, I did do the cheesecake part. Do you think I overtaxed after putting in eggs? I mean it was fluffy. Mine actually fell and sagged in the center. So disappointing.
Jocelyn
Yeah if you over mixed it after adding the eggs it will add more air which can cause it to crack or sink. I'm so sorry they didn't turn out very well. They should still taste good though!!!
Tamie
Instead of making them individually, can I make this into one regular size cheesecake for a birthday surprise? Will the baking time change?
Jocelyn
You could bake the cheesecake batter in a 9 inch springform pan at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Let that cool on the counter for an hour, then refrigerate for 4-6 hours before adding the mousse and chocolate drizzles. I hope that helps!
Tina
Can I make these the day before, was wondering how the top mousse part would hold up?
Jocelyn
They can be made a few days ahead of time, if need be. The mousse holds up just fine in the fridge. I hope you enjoy them 🙂
Tina
How can I make the frosting thick I keep putting powered sugar 🤦🏽♀️
Jocelyn
Which recipe are you making? The mini triple chocolate cheesecakes do not call for any powdered sugar. The topping is cream cheese and melted chocolate that you mix until creamy, then fold Cool Whip into it until it is light and fluffy.
Barbara McCarthy
Are these mini cheesecakes made in regular cupcake tins or the mini ones..
Jocelyn
You are going to use a regular cupcake tin for these cheesecakes. I hope you enjoy them!
Barbara McCarthy
Thank You...I am sure everyone will love them.
Bernadette Kobb
Love cheesecake and will try these!
Coleen
GREAT pictures, makes me want to get into the kitchen. I've been making mini cheesecakes for a while now, and I find that the new THIN oreo's are perfect for mini cheesecake crusts.
shawnna
hey girl- these look amazing!
Theresa
I bet these would taste great with the new Oreo Thins with the fudge filling! Anything to have more chocolate. Can't wait to try these. New to your site and have decided I am in BIG trouble!!! Desserts are my downfall. I'm the person who looks at the dessert menu before she orders lunch or dinner! Looking forward to a yummy 2018!
Jocelyn
I always check out the dessert menu first too. My sweet tooth gets me in trouble most of the time. I'm excited you found my blog, and I hope you find some yummy treats to make this year! Those Oreo Thins would make an awesome crust for these little cheesecakes.
Toya R
I am so excited about these bit sized bits of heaven....this might not be a good idea..me and chocolate goodies that I can put, whole, in my mouth. I think I'll risk it. Thanks for sharing.
Six Sisters
These look absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to try them! We would love to have you come share your great ideas at our weekly link party every Saturday! -The Sisters
http://www.sixsistersstuff.com
Jennifer @ Delightfully Noted
You had me at cheesecake.....enough said!
Lisa
That totally looks amazing. I'm pinning this for sure.
Jenn Erickson
Oh heavens yes! I love chocolate, cheesecake, and mini chocolate chips. I'm featuring your recipe on my Facebook page tonight Jocelyn.
I'm so glad that you were an inspiring part of my 2011, and I look forward to staying connected in the New Year!
Jenn
Jenny@daysofchalkandchocolate
I featured this yumminess today!
Six Sisters
So delicious! Thank you for linking up to "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." We would love to have you come back next Saturday and share more of your recipes. -The Sisters
Marilyn
I LOVE this.. I love how unique these are.. YUMMY and the chocolate factor is ++++ Cherry on top... I absolutley adore..Thanks SO much again.. Wishing you a HAPPY NEW YEAR..
Claire
These look sooo yummy! I'm your newest follower -stop on by for a visit!!
Susan-The Weekly Sweet Experiment
Yum! These look delicious! I found you at Crazy Sweet Tuesday. So glad I did!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
AMAZING. These look decadent. There can never be enough chocolate, if you ask me. Thanks for sharing on Crazy Sweet Tuesday! 🙂
Winnie
These mini chocolate cheesecakes are a real treat! They look awesome:)