These delicious-looking desserts can be a great addition to any occasion. Below are recipes for each of the items shown in the image.
1. Chocolate Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Directions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
- Make the Filling: Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the sour cream and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Stir in the melted chocolate until fully combined.
- Bake: Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 1 hour or until the center is set. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Topping: Heat the heavy cream until simmering. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and pour over the chilled cheesecake. Let it set before serving.
2. Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Frosting:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
- Make the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined. Stir in the boiling water. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Assemble: Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. Cut into squares and serve.
3. Cream-Filled Doughnuts
Ingredients
For the Doughnuts:
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Oil for frying
For the Filling:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Make the Doughnuts: Dissolve the yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, salt, butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Shape and Fry: Roll out the dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with a doughnut cutter or a round cutter. Let the doughnuts rise for another 30 minutes. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C). Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Filling: Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble: Cut the doughnuts in half and fill with the whipped cream mixture.
4. Red Velvet Cake
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Frosting:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
- Make the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In another bowl, mix the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until combined. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Assemble: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with frosting. Repeat with remaining layers. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
Enjoy making and indulging in these delightful desserts!