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Kit Kat Cheesecake

A delicious and visually stunning Kit Kat cheesecake with layers of chocolate, cream, and crunchy Kit Kat goodness, perfect for impressing at any dessert table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 22 whole graham crackers For the base of the cheesecake.
  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter (melted) To bind the crust.
For the cheesecake filling
  • 38 fingers Kit Kat Approximately 12 standard packages; for layering and topping.
  • 2 cups heavy cream Used in both the filling and ganache.
  • 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened Base for the cheesecake filling.
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Sweetener for the filling.
  • 8 fingers Kit Kat (chopped) For decoration on top of the cheesecake.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For ganache.
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips For ganache.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the graham crackers into crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin, then mix with melted butter until evenly coated.
  2. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and arrange Kit Kat fingers around the edges with logos facing out.
Crust and Filling
  1. Press the crushed graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
  2. Chill the mixing bowl for ten minutes, then whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with confectioners' sugar until smooth, then gently fold in the whipped cream.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and level it off. Chill in the fridge for at least five hours.
Ganache and Final Touches
  1. Heat the heavy cream until hot but not boiling, then pour over the dark chocolate chips and let sit for a minute before stirring until smooth.
  2. Spread the ganache over the chilled cheesecake and sprinkle with chopped Kit Kat pieces, pressing them in lightly.
  3. Chill for another two hours before slicing.
Serving
  1. Serve chilled, optionally pairing with fresh fruit or caramel drizzles.

Notes

For best results, chill equipment before whipping the cream. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling, and allow ample chilling time for the cheesecake to set properly.