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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cake

This Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cake is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and fluffy cake, studded with chocolate chips!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Layer:
  • 2 packages cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup miniature chocolate chips
For the Cake Layers:
  • 1 box white cake mix 15.25-ounce
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 3 large egg whites
For the Frosting:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted to remove lumps
  • 2 packages cream cheese at room temperature
  • ½ cup salted butter at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • Extra miniature chocolate chips for garnish

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling racks
  • Offset spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in the granulated sugar and salt, mixing until well combined. Then, add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Finally, blend in the sour cream, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract. Fold in the 1 cup of miniature chocolate chips. Set this mixture aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a separate bowl, combine the white cake mix, water, canola oil, and egg whites. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix! Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  3. Now, take your cream cheese mixture and pour it over the cake batter in both pans. Using a spatula, gently swirl the cheesecake mixture into the cake batter for a marbled effect. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of miniature chocolate chips on top.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake layers comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until creamy. Finally, stir in the tablespoon of vanilla extract.
  6. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then carefully place the second layer on top of the frosting. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  7. For the finishing touch, sprinkle extra miniature chocolate chips on top of the frosted cake. Slice, serve, and enjoy every decadent bite of your Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cake!

Notes

  • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Don’t skip the cooling step; it helps the flavors meld beautifully.
  • If you want to save time, you can use store-bought frosting.