Nutella Cheesecake

This Nutella Cheesecake is pure indulgence! A creamy, decadent dessert that combines rich Nutella with smooth cream cheese on a crunchy crust.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

For the Crust:

For the Filling:

Preparation:

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, crush the graham crackers or digestive biscuits until they resemble fine crumbs.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed crackers with the softened butter. Mix until the crumbs are well-coated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
Step 3: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Make sure it’s even and compact. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and let it cool.

Making the Filling:

Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, mixing until well combined.
Step 5: With the mixer on low, add the Nutella to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until fully incorporated and creamy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well mixed.
Step 6: Gently fold in the chopped toasted hazelnuts, giving the cheesecake a nice crunch.
Step 7: Pour the Nutella filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 8: Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This will help the cheesecake set properly.
Step 9: Once set, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Slice and serve as is, or drizzle with chocolate sauce for an extra indulgent treat!