New York-style chocolate cheesecake

New York-style chocolate cheesecake recipe videos

New York-style chocolate cheesecake is a rich, dense dessert known for its creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor, typically made with cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and melted chocolate. It often features a graham cracker or cookie crust and is a staple in New York diners and bakeries, representing a decadent twist on the classic cheesecake.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a significant amount of calories—often around 400-600 per slice—along with calcium from the cream cheese and antioxidants from the chocolate.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	460 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	36 g
Fat	33 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	320 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Phosphorus	110 mg
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Magnesium	15 mg

Per 1 slice (125 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a symbol of American indulgence, popularized in the 20th century, while nutritionally, it offers a surprising boost of protein and minerals like calcium, though it's best enjoyed in moderation due to its calorie density.