Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe
Delight in this rich, creamy Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Domes recipe, perfectly balancing decadent smooth chocolate and bright, tangy fresh raspberries in an elegant dome shape. This dessert offers a luscious silky cheesecake filling, a crumbly chocolate crust, and juicy raspberry swirls, making it an unforgettable treat ideal for any occasion, from casual family dinners to sophisticated celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling/freezing time)
- Yield: 8-10 domes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake, chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free cookies used)
Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Crust
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookies, crushed finely
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 4 oz (115g) high-quality dark chocolate, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate crust: Start by crushing your chocolate cookies into fine crumbs, then mix with melted unsalted butter until the mixture holds together. Press this firmly into dome-shaped molds or silicone half-sphere trays. Chill in the fridge to set as you prepare the filling.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in whipped heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a splash of lemon juice. Melt the dark chocolate and swirl it into the batter for a gorgeous marbled effect.
- Assemble the domes with raspberries: Carefully spoon a layer of cheesecake mixture over the chilled crusts. Nestle fresh raspberries into the filling, then top with more cheesecake mixture, gently smoothing it out. Freeze or refrigerate until firm enough to unmold.
- Unmold and decorate: Once chilled and set, carefully pop the domes out of their molds. For a finishing touch, drizzle with melted chocolate, sprinkle fresh raspberries, or dust with cocoa powder just before serving.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese to room temperature to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth filling.
- Chill thoroughly to help domes maintain their shape for a clean, professional presentation.
- When unmolding, warm your hands slightly or briefly dip molds in warm water to ease release.
- Use fresh raspberries and remove any mushy ones to maintain texture perfection.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to create elegant raspberry and chocolate swirls without overmixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dome
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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