Description
A delightful Black Forest Cheesecake that combines rich chocolate and cherry flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate wafers
- ½ cup melted unsalted butter
- 2 cups softened cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup thick sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
- Shaved chocolate, for decoration
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate wafers with the melted butter, stirring until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the base of the prepared springform pan to create a solid crust.
- In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it’s creamy and smooth. Gradually incorporate the sugar, mixing until fully combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and introduce the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well mixed before adding the next. Scrape the bowl’s sides as necessary to ensure even blending.
- Gently fold in the sour cream and cocoa powder until the mixture is uniform and velvety.
- Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust, then dollop half of the cherry pie filling on top. Carefully layer the remaining cheesecake batter, followed by the rest of the cherry filling.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, until the edges are firm yet the center has a slight wobble. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside for an additional hour to set.
- Once cooled to room temperature, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Just before serving, whip the heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream atop the cheesecake and finish with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an elegant touch.
Notes
- For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight.
- Feel free to use fresh cherries instead of cherry pie filling for a fresher taste.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg