Luxurious Chocolate Passion Fruit and Blackberry Cheesecake Crumb Cake

A decadent fusion of rich chocolate, tangy passion fruit, and juicy blackberries, layered in a crumbly cheesecake delight—perfect for any special occasion.

Ingredients:

Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup passion fruit puree
  • 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, halved

Chocolate Crumb Topping:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Garnish:

  • Fresh blackberries
  • Passion fruit pulp
  • Chocolate shavings

Directions:

Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly coated.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into a greased 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while preparing the cheesecake layer.

Make the Cheesecake Layer:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract and passion fruit puree until fully combined.
  4. Gently fold in the halved blackberries.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the pre-baked crust, spreading it out evenly.

Prepare the Chocolate Crumb Topping:

  1. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cheesecake layer.

Bake the Cheesecake Crumb Cake:

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the crumb topping is firm.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  3. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
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Garnish and Serve:

  1. Before serving, remove the cake from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
  2. Garnish with fresh blackberries, a drizzle of passion fruit pulp, and chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.

Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling)
Kcal: Approx. 380 kcal per slice

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