Brigadeiro Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in Brigadeiro Cheesecake, a delicious fusion of Brazil's brigadeiro and classic cheesecake that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Springform pan (for baking the cheesecake)
- Mixing bowls (for the crust and filling)
- Electric mixer (or hand mixer) (for beating the cream cheese and mixing the filling)
- Spatula (for smoothing the filling)
- Measuring cups and spoons (for accurate ingredient portions)
- Oven (for baking)
- Cooling rack (optional, for cooling the cheesecake before refrigerating)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a springform pan lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Pour the filling over the cooled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate sauce, chocolate shavings, or mini brigadeiros if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling. Bake the cheesecake until the center is slightly jiggly. Allow it to cool entirely before refrigerating. For maximum flavor, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight so the flavors blend.
Nutrition Information (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 350 kcal
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Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 200mg
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Total Carbohydrates: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 24g
- Protein: 5g
- Vitamin D: 4% DV
- Calcium: 6% DV
- Iron: 8% DV
- Potassium: 5% DV