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Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

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Indulge in a rich and luscious Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake featuring a chocolate cookie crust, creamy cocoa-infused cheesecake filling, topped with classic cherry pie filling and fluffy whipped cream. This dessert perfectly blends chocolate and cherries for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 3 large eggs
  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  2. Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and cocoa powder, mixing thoroughly to combine. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the melted semisweet chocolate and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
  3. Bake Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 70 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually, preventing cracking.
  4. Chill Cheesecake: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to set completely.
  5. Prepare Topping and Serve: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Before serving, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake. Top with the freshly whipped cream. Slice and enjoy your decadent Black Forest cheesecake!

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth batter.
  • Gradual cooling in the oven helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
  • For best flavor, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight.
  • Ensure the whipped cream forms soft peaks but is not overwhipped.
  • You can substitute cherry pie filling with fresh cherries if desired.

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