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Chocolate Cheesecake + Oreos = Indulge!

YumSugar — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:08:28 -0800

I love these ridiculous national days. You would think I'd get tired of talking about them, but there are so many, it definitely keeps things interesting. Today is one for all of you cheesecake lovers, specifically chocolate cheesecake lovers. Yep the luscious mousse like cheesecake is all grown up and has its very own day. So mark it in your calendars for next year, March 6, National Chocolate Cheesecake Day. Oh and what's this I just read? March 6 also happens to be the day that Nabisco debuted the Oreo cookie. Hrmmm... This can only mean one thing. Time for a Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake! You know you want it, so read more

Chocolate Oreo Cheesecake
From Diana's Desserts via Kraft Foods

12 Oreo Chocolate Creme Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, crushed

4 pkg. (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 pkg. (8 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, melted and slightly cooled
4 eggs
20 Oreo Chocolate Creme Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, quartered

For Crust:
Press crushed cookie crumbs onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 10 minutes if using a silver or light- colored springform pan. (Bake at 300°F/150°C) for 10 minutes if using a dark springform pan.)

Tip: Use bottom of straight-sided glass to evenly press cookie crumb mixture onto bottom of springform pan.

For Filling:
Mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Blend in melted chocolate. Add eggs, mixing on low speed just until blended. Gently stir in 1-1/2 cups of the quartered cookies. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with remaining quartered cookies. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 1 hour or until center is almost set if using a silver or light-colored springform pan. (Bake at 300°F/150°C for 1 hour or until center is almost set if using a dark nonstick springform pan.) Run knife or metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim of pan. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Store any left-over cheesecake in refrigerator.

Makes 12 servings.

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Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

partysugar — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 15:59:19 -0700

Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cheesecake. Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cheesecake. Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cheesecake. Phew! Try saying that tongue twister three times in a row. The long name brings to mind a delicious and decadent dessert, doesn't it? If you're looking for recipes to make this weekend for St. Patrick's Day then look no further. All week we will be featuring fabulous recipes inspired by Ireland, the color green, and friendly little leprechauns. This time of year I love to use Bailey's Irish Cream liquor to enhance dessert recipes. I can't wait to make this cheesecake, it has an Oreo cookie crust and 1 whole cup of Bailey's! The long name will wow my guests and make it seem like I made an extremely difficult expert level dessert. To look at the recipe, read more

Bailey's Irish Cream Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
From Recipe Zaar

Crust
1/2 cup toasted pecans, cooled and crushed
2 cups chocolate Oreo cookie crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons melted butter
Filling
2 1/4 lbs cream cheese, at room temp
1 2/3 cups sugar
5 eggs, at room temp
1 cup Bailey's original Irish cream
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Coffee Cream Topping
1 cup chilled whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon instant coffee powder
chocolate curls or Skor English toffee bits, for decoration on top

Make crust: Preheat oven to 325°. Mix all ingredients. Press into a 10" spring form pan and up the sides one inch. Bake for 7-10 minute.
Make filling: beat cream cheese with electric mixer until smooth.
Beat sugar in gradually, and then add eggs one at a time. Blend in Bailey's and vanilla.
Sprinkle half of chocolate chips over crust.
Spoon in filling. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips.
Bake at 325° approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes or until puffed, springy in center and golden brown. Place a pan of water on bottom rack of oven while baking to keep it moist.
Cool cake completely.
Coffee Cream Topping: beat all ingredients and spread over cooled cake.
Top with chocolate curls or Skor bits.

Make ahead: be sure to make and refrigerate at least one day before serving.

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Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Treat Them with Treats

YumSugar — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:30:19 -0800

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and we've all got sweeties, best pals or family members who deserve that little something special. To help you figure out what to get everyone, we've put together a bunch of Valentine's Day gift guides. Today I thought we'd start things off with a little non-traditional, non-chocolate food idea! I mean everyone gives chocolate, why not give something else?

For starters I found these adorable marzipan frogs. They're hand-sculpted by renowned New York pastry artist Rebecca Russell. A set of three cute edible frogs is available for $32.00.

Three more edible gift ideas, so read more

My gal DearSugar found these cute hand-decorated heart-shaped cookies. Available individually or in packs of 6 or 12, these cute creations almost seem too delectable to eat. The standard greeting is "I'm all hearts for you," but you can also purchase a customized single cookie. Costs range from $5.50-$60.

Staying away from chocolate on Valentine's Day is harder than it seems. I tried, but couldn't resist these beautiful chocolate covered oreos. Each one is hand painted with its own pink heart or "Happy Valentine's Day" design. I know many a lady (and gentlemen) who would swoon over these tempting bites. A box of six chocolate covered valentine oreos will set you back $18.50.

Finally a gift that most couldn't refuse: a heart-shaped strawberry cheesecake. Made in Wisconsin this scrumptious creation contains no preservatives, salt, emulsifiers or commercial additives. That means it's practically healthy, right?!? Order one now for $19.95.