Nutella Cheesecake:Moist chocolate cake topped with creamy chocolate hazelnut cheesecake. The most decadent cheesecake ever!
If you like the taste of Nutella you’ll love this Nutella cheesecake. The combination of chocolate and hazelnut is just divine.
It is perfect for serving guests or taking to a friend’s house. You simply can’t go wrong with cheesecake.
Ingredient Notes
For the Cake Base:
- Chocolate Cake Mix
- Eggs
- Water
- Oil
For the Cheesecake
- Cream Cheese: I use full fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese in all my cheesecake recipes.
- Sugar
- Vanilla
- Eggs
- Nutella
- Heavy Cream
For the Chocolate Whipped Cream
- Heavy Cream
- Powdered Sugar
- Cocoa Powder
- Vanilla
For the Chocolate Ganache
- Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- Whipping Cream
How To Make Nutella Cheesecake
For the Cake Base
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cover 2 springform pans with parchment paper. Spray with non stick cooking spray.
Bake cake mix according to the package directions.
Divide batter evenly between 2 bans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean.
For the Cheesecake
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and eggs. Add in Nutella and heavy cream. Divide batter evenly between 2 pans on top of baked cake.
Bake for 80 minutes.Turn oven off, but do not open the oven. Leave cheesecake in the hot oven until cooled completely.
For the Chocolate Ganache
Using a double boiler, combine the chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream. Whisk until melted.
Pour over cheesecake. Refrigerate until set.
For the Chocolate Whipped Cream
Whipping Cream Directions:
Beat heavy cream , powdered sugar and cocoa powder until stiff peaks start to form.
Spoon or pipe onto cheesecake.
Can You Freeze It?
You can freeze this cheesecake recipe. When freezing cheesecake, it is important to make sure the cheesecake is wrapped tightly. I would also suggest leaving the topping off of the cheesecake. It is best to add the topping when the cheesecake is thawed right before serving. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Can You Make It Ahead?
Cheesecake is the perfect make ahead dessert. All cheesecakes need to cool and set before serving. Leaving the cheesecake to chill for four hours or overnight will give you the best tasting cheesecake. This cheesecakes will stay fresh in the fridge for three-seven days. Cheesecakes are also great to freeze (See above).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Do You Leave The Cheesecake In The Oven When It Is Done?
There are many tips and tricks to prevent cheesecake cracking. My tried and a true is to leave the cheesecake in the oven when it is done. Sudden changes in temperature can cause cracks to form. Leaving cheesecake in the oven lets it cool slowly, and thus prevents cracks.
How Can I Tell When It Is Done?
You will want to make sure your cheesecake is done, but not overdone. You can tell it is done when the outside of the cheesecake is set and there is still a little juggle in the center. This is when you want to turn off the oven. If you do it too soon, it will be underbaked. If you go past this stage, the cheesecake will be overdone. Being overdone can also cause cracking. The more cheesecakes you bake the easier it gets to find the perfect doneness level.
How Can I Cut Clean Slices?
Cutting cheesecake can be a mess. The key is to use a hot knife. Fill a tall pitcher, at least as long as the knife, with hot water. After each cut clean the knife. Also, be sure your cheesecake is chilled, not room temperature.
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Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake Base
- 1 Box Triple Chocolate Cake Mix
- 3 Eggs
- 1 Cup Water
- ½ Cup Vegetable Oil
For the Cheesecake
- 5 8 Ounce Packages of Cream Cheese Softened
- 1 ½ Cup White Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 4 Eggs
- 1 13 Ounce Jar Nutella
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
For the Chocolate Whipped Cream
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Cup Powdered Sugar
- ¼ Cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Chocolate Ganache
- 1 Cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
For the Chocolate Cake Base
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover the bottom of (2) 9 inch springform pans with parchment paper and spray the sides with non stick spray. Set aside.
- Divide batter evenly between 2 pans ,and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool while you make the cheesecake.
For the Cheesecake
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until well incorporated.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time. Then, beat in Nutella and heavy cream.
- Divide the cheesecake batter between the two springform pans.
- Place pans onto a cookie sheet and bake for 80 minutes. After 80 minutes, turn oven off. Do NOT open the oven.
- Leave cheesecake in the oven until it's cooled off completely.
- Once the cheesecake is cooled, remove from oven, run a butter knife around the edges and remove the outer edge of the springform pan.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled.
For the Chocolate Ganache
- Using a double boiler, combine the chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream.
- Gradually mix with a wired whisk until chocolate chips start to melt.
- Once chocolate chips have melted, remove from the stove and carefully pour the ganache onto the top of the cheesecake
- Place into the fridge for the ganache to harden.
For the Chocolate Whipped Cream
- In a large mixing bowl, beat whipped cream, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until stuff peaks form.
- Spoon or pipe onto the top of the cheesecake.
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