Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of salty and sweet with this chocolate covered pretzel cheesecake. Featuring a buttery pretzel crust, creamy filling, and topped with rich chocolate, this dessert is sure to impress at any occasion.

Ingredients

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2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup coarsely crushed pretzels (for topping)
1/2 cup melted chocolate (for drizzling)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix crushed cookies with melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
Beat softened cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes, until edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly. Allow to cool in the oven for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Once chilled, drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed pretzels before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing caramel sauce into the cheesecake filling. - You can use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a lighter version. - Don't skip the chilling time; it enhances both texture and flavor.