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Black Forest Cheesecake
Caroline

Black Forest Cheesecake

This Black Forest Cheesecake layers rich chocolate crust, creamy cheesecake, and sweet cherry filling for an indulgent, bakery-style dessert perfect for holidays and celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, German-Inspired
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • oven
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Combine crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter until evenly moistened.
  3. Press crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  6. Blend in sour cream until smooth.
  7. Pour half the batter over the crust and spread evenly.
  8. Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  9. Pour remaining cheesecake batter over the cherries and smooth the top.
  10. Bake 60–70 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly wobbly.
  11. Turn off oven, crack door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
  12. Transfer to a rack, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  13. Before serving, top with dark chocolate shavings and extra cherries if desired.

Notes

Bake the crust for 8 minutes for a firmer base. A warm knife ensures cleaner slices. Add whipped cream or chocolate drizzle for extra richness.