Description

Black Forest Cheesecake is a decadent dessert combining rich, creamy cheesecake with luscious chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream. Featuring a chocolate cookie crust and topped with cherry compote and chocolate shavings, it’s an elegant treat perfect for special occasions or any time you want to impress.

Ingredients

For the crust:

1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Oreo, no filling)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup cherry pie filling or cherry preserves
1/4 cup cocoa powder (optional)

For the topping:

1 cup cherry pie filling or fresh cherries
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate shavings or curls for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter.
Press into bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
Bake 10 minutes; cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
Stir in vanilla, sour cream, cherry pie filling, and cocoa powder if using.
Pour over cooled crust.
Bake:
Bake 50–60 minutes until center is nearly set but slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven, crack door, cool inside 1 hour.
Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare Whipped Cream:
Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Assemble and Serve:
Spread whipped cream over chilled cheesecake.
Top with cherry pie filling or fresh cherries and chocolate shavings.

Notes

Add cherry preserves layer between crust and filling for extra fruitiness.Drizzle chocolate ganache instead of whipped cream for richness.Add chopped nuts to crust for crunch.Use vegan cream cheese and coconut cream for dairy-free version.