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Black Forest Cheesecake

Indulge in this rich and creamy Black Forest Cheesecake that combines chocolate and cherry flavors for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 ¾ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cherry extract optional
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup heavy cream
For the Topping
  • 1 jar cherries in syrup (12 ounces) fresh cherries can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup whipped cream store-bought or homemade
  • to taste chocolate shavings for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together the chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
  3. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let it cool.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the sugar, vanilla, and cherry extracts, mixing until well combined.
Egg-cellent Addition
  1. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  2. Then stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until everything is nice and creamy.
Pour and Bake
  1. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Bake in the oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center has set but is still slightly jiggly.
Cooling Time
  1. Once it’s baked, turn off the oven and crack the oven door.
  2. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for another hour.
  3. Then transfer it to the fridge and let it chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight if you can resist).
Dress It Up
  1. When you’re ready to serve, top your cheesecake with whipped cream, cherries, and chocolate shavings.
  2. And voila! You’re ready to be the hostess with the mostest.

Notes

Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent a lumpy texture. Don't rush the chilling process; it develops the flavors.