Chocolate Cream Cheese Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 300g Cream Cheese
• 200g All-Purpose Flour
• 150g Unsalted Butter
• 100g Cocoa Powder
• 4 Large Eggs
• 150g Sugar
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (or Almond Extract)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking time)
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and butter and beat until smooth.
3. Add the sugar and continue beating until fully combined and creamy.
4. Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
5. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
6. Add the vanilla extract and mix.
7. Pour the mixture into a well-greased cake pan.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming equal distribution)

• Calories: 520
• Fat: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor
• Smooth and creamy texture
• Suitable for an after-dinner dessert or a special occasion treat

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent chocolate cheesecake! The texture is just right, not too dense and not too light." - John Doe
2. "The chocolate flavor is so rich and intense. This is definitely a keeper!" - Jane Smith
3. "This cake is perfect for a special celebration. It looks impressive and tastes even better!" - Emily Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use room temperature eggs for best results.
• Do not overmix the ingredients, as this can lead to a dense cake.
• Use a good quality cocoa powder for best flavor and color.
• This cake is quite rich, so it's best served in small slices.