Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Black Forest Cheesecake that combines rich chocolate with creamy cheesecake, topped with luscious cherry filling and fluffy whipped cream. This dessert is a perfect fusion of flavors for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
Toppings:
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
- Extra cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix cookie crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar. Add eggs, vanilla, sour cream, flour, and melted chocolate. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Bake for 55-65 minutes. Let it rest in the oven for an hour after turning it off. Cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Final Touches: Spread cherry pie filling on top. Whip cream with sugar and garnish the cheesecake with it, chocolate shavings, and cherries. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.
- Cheesecake tastes best when chilled overnight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
