Mint Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake Cake 🍫🍰🌿
Ingredients:
1 box chocolate cake mix 🍫
1/2 cup vegetable oil 🛢️
3 large eggs 🥚🥚🥚
1 cup water 💧
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 🧀🧀
1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
2 large eggs 🥚🥚
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🍦
1/4 teaspoon mint extract 🌿
1/4 cup sour cream 🥛
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 🍫
1/2 cup heavy cream 🍶
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 🍦
Crushed mint chocolate candies or mint chocolate chips for garnish 🍬🌿
Fresh mint leaves (optional) 🌱
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan to make sure nothing sticks!
2. Prepare the chocolate cake mix following the package instructions and pour the batter into your prepared pan. Pop it in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let that cake cool completely.
3. While your cake cools, it's time to whip up the cheesecake layer! In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar until smooth.
4. Add in the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract, mint extract, and sour cream for a delightful flavor.
5. Pour the cheesecake batter over your cooled cake layer and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set. Once done, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar for about an hour.
6. After the cheesecake has cooled, refrigerate it for at least 3 hours or overnight to let those flavors meld beautifully.
7. For the fudge layer, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until it’s fully melted and silky smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract for that extra kick!
8. Pour the fudge layer over your chilled cheesecake and spread it evenly. Return the cake to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the fudge to set.
9. Before serving, garnish with crushed mint chocolate candies or mint chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves if desired.
Enjoy the delicious layers of mint chocolate indulgence! 🎉