Description
Black Forest Cheesecake is a decadent fusion of rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and tart cherries, layered into a stunning dessert perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs or crushed chocolate wafers
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted and cooled
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling or 2 cups fresh cherries cooked with sugar and cornstarch
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and melted chocolate until fully combined.
- Pour the batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Top with cherry pie filling, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- Make a day ahead to allow ample chilling and flavor development.
- Use a water bath for even baking and to prevent cracks.
- Greek yogurt can substitute for sour cream if needed.
- For a stronger cherry flavor, add a splash of Kirsch to the filling or topping.
- Freeze up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg