Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe
Enjoy a rich chocolate cheesecake with tangy cherry topping and creamy perfection! This Black Forest Cheesecake is the ultimate decadent dessert for holidays, parties, and special occasions.
Benefits of This Recipe:
Creamy cheesecake texture perfectly smooth and indulgent.
Chocolate and cherry combination a classic Black Forest dessert.
Make-ahead dessert ideal for entertaining or celebrations.
Elegant presentation impress your guests with a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:
2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Black Forest Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
For the Cherry Topping:
1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
Optional: fresh cherries for garnish
For the Whipped Cream:
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Make the Chocolate Cookie Crust
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined.
Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake 10 minutes. Cool completely.
Prepare the Black Forest Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add sour cream and vanilla extract.
Mix in eggs one at a time.
Fold in melted chocolate and pour over cooled crust.
Bake the Cheesecake
Bake 50–60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven, leave the door ajar, and cool 1 hour.
Add Cherry Topping
Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the cooled cheesecake.
Make Whipped Cream
Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Pipe or spread over the cherry topping.
Chill & Serve
Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
Garnish with fresh cherries or chocolate shavings.
Nutritional Info:
Servings: 12
Calories: ~350 per slice
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Try this decadent Black Forest Cheesecake recipe with creamy chocolate filling and tangy cherry topping. Perfect holiday dessert or party cheesecake that’s easy to make and sure to impress!
