I’ve been dreaming about this cheesecake for a long time. Actually everything started with this chocolate cake and two failed attempts later I’m looking at this fluffy, fudgy and creamy cheesecake. But the combo with the chocolate, the cheese filling and wodka soaked plums is just addictive! And it doesn’t end here, once the cheesecake is baked, you add a generous drizzle of chocolate sauce and a sprinkle of pistachios. I love dried plums, chocolate and cheesecake, so for me this lusciousness is just perfect!
Ingredients
chocolate cake
- 130 g flour
- 40 g cocoa powder
- 160 g sugar
- 45 ml vegetable oil
- 150 g Greek yoghurt
- 1 organic egg
- 90 ml espresso
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- pinch of salt
cheese filling
- 500 g ricotta
- 160 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon potato starch
- 3 organic eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
vodka plums
- 200 g dried plumes
- 100 ml vodka
ganache
- 80 ml heavy cream
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 1 tablespoon butter
also
- 4 tablespoons chopped pistachios
Instructions
Cut the plums into small pieces, pour wodka and set aside for an hour.
In a large bowl, combine the egg with sugar, vanilla, oil and yogurt. Sift flour, cocoa, baking powder and soda. Stir and add coffee.
Line a 24 cm springform pan with baking paper and grease the sides with butter. Pour the batter into the pan, place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes at 180°C.
Place the ingredients for the cheese filling in a bowl and stir to combine. Add the plums and stir gently.
Pour the cheese filling onto the chocolate cake and place back in the oven for 50-60 minutes. Allow to cool.
Pour the cream into a saucepan, bring to a boil, set aside and add chocolate and butter. Stir until melted and smooth.
Pour the ganache over the top of the chilled cheesecake, sprinkle with pistachios. Chill 30 minutes or until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Hello, Anna. I just found your beautiful blog and I have to say, I fell in love with your recipes and pictures. I would love to make this cheesecake but was wondering if I could use gluten free flour instead of regular? Happy New Year to you and your family. cheers,
Yana
Thank you Yana! yes, you can use gluten free flour. Happy New Year to you too and enjoy your baking!!
Anna, thank you kindly for the prompt response! I can’t wait to make the cake 🙂