Holiday Showstopper: Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake!

Creamy, silky, ultra-chocolatey — this Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake is the kind of holiday dessert that makes people close their eyes on the first bite.

Built on a buttery chocolate-cookie crust and filled with rich cream cheese, Nutella, and a hint of vanilla, it’s luxurious without being fussy. The texture? Velvet. The flavor? Deep, nutty, and decadent. And the best part: it’s surprisingly easy for how impressive this Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake looks on a Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert table.

A true “you made THAT?” moment — indulgent, elegant, and absolutely unforgettable.

If you want a holiday dessert that feels like a gift, the Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake is the one.

Ingredients
Chocolate Cookie Crust

1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos or chocolate wafers)

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)

Nutella Cheesecake Filling

3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 ½ cups Nutella (chocolate hazelnut spread)

3 large eggs, room temp

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ cup sour cream

¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings

Warm Nutella drizzle

Chocolate shavings

Toasted hazelnuts

Whipped cream

Steps

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

Mix cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the pan. Bake 8–10 minutes.

Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy and lump-free.

Add Nutella, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until combined (don’t overmix!).

Pour filling over the crust. Smooth the top.

Bake 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.

Cool completely, then chill at least 4 hours (overnight is best for slicing).

Top with Nutella drizzle, chocolate curls, or whipped cream before serving your delicious Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake.
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