A rich chocolate cheesecake-filled cake topped with silky chocolate ganache. This indulgent dessert combines moist chocolate sponge with a creamy cheesecake layer and a glossy ganache finish, perfect for celebrations.
Chocolate Cheesecake Filled and Ganache-Topped Cake
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water or hot coffee (enhances chocolate flavor)
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 250 g cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 200 g dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for shine)
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a round cake pan or springform pan.
Cheesecake Layer
Step 2: Prepare Cheesecake Filling
In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until creamy and lump-free. Set aside.
Chocolate Cake Batter
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and both sugars.
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
Step 5: Add Hot Water
Slowly pour in hot water or coffee and mix. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Assembly and Baking
Step 6: Layer the Cake
Pour half of the chocolate batter into the prepared pan.
Carefully spread the cheesecake mixture over it.
Top with remaining chocolate batter, smoothing gently.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake layer comes out mostly clean (some cheesecake moisture is fine).
Step 8: Cool
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours for better structure.
Ganache Topping
Step 9: Make Ganache
Heat cream until just simmering (do not boil). Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
Stir until smooth, then mix in butter for extra shine.
Step 10: Top the Cake
Pour ganache over the chilled cake, letting it drip slightly down the sides. Spread evenly if needed.
Serving Suggestions
Slice and serve chilled or slightly softened at room temperature. Pairs well with coffee or a glass of milk.
Tips for Best Results
- Fully cool and chill the cake before slicing for clean layers.
- Use room-temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps.
- Coffee enhances chocolate flavor without making it taste like coffee.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4–5 days.
This chocolate cheesecake-filled cake with ganache topping delivers layers of rich chocolate sponge, creamy cheesecake center, and glossy ganache for a deeply indulgent dessert experience.