Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of a classic Black Forest Cake with a twist in this rich and creamy Black Forest Cheesecake. A chocolate cookie crust, velvety chocolate cheesecake filling, and a cherry topping create a luscious dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
For Topping and Garnish:
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and melted chocolate. Pour over crust and bake.
- Cool and Chill: After baking, cool the cheesecake in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top and Garnish: Spread cherry pie filling over the cheesecake. Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Decorate the cheesecake with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of kirsch (cherry liqueur) to the batter or cherry topping.
- Always cool the cheesecake gradually to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
