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Rich chocolate chip cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and creamy filling.

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Chef Bella
A creamy, rich cheesecake filled with decadent chocolate chips and served on a graham cracker crust. Ideal for special occasions or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the Filling:

  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 ¾ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Optional Topping:

  • 1 cup chocolate ganache or melted chocolate
  • Whipped cream for garnish
  • Additional chocolate chips for decoration

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • Make the Filling: Blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla, eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Assemble and Bake: Pour filling into crust. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until edges are set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cool for an hour with the oven door slightly ajar.
  • Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Top with ganache, whipped cream, or more chocolate chips before serving.