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Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

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4.8 from 139 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 10 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This decadent Black Forest Cheesecake combines a rich chocolate cake base with a smooth, creamy cocoa-infused cheesecake layer. Topped with cherry pie filling, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings, it offers a delightful twist on the classic Black Forest flavors in a luscious cheesecake form.

Ingredients

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For the Cake Base

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz full-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

For the Topping

  • 21 oz cherry pie filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a springform pan generously and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Cake Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat melted butter, sugar, and 2 eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until fully combined. Pour this batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  3. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Using a mixer, blend the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until silky smooth. Add the 3 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate sour cream and cocoa powder, mixing until evenly blended and creamy. Pour this rich filling over the cooled chocolate cake base in the springform pan.
  4. Bake Cheesecake: Place the cheesecake pan in a water bath by setting the pan inside a larger baking dish filled with hot water halfway up the sides of the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes at 325°F until the center is slightly jiggly but mostly set. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
  5. Chill and Serve: Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to set completely. Before serving, spread cherry pie filling evenly over the top. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and generously dollop or pipe over the cherries. Garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake base is completely cooled before adding the cheesecake layer to prevent cracking.
  • Using a water bath while baking the cheesecake helps achieve a smooth, creamy texture without cracking.
  • The cheesecake should have a slight jiggle in the center when done baking; it will firm up as it chills.
  • For easier chocolate shavings, use a vegetable peeler on a bar of semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
  • Let the cheesecake chill overnight for best flavor and texture results.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Black Forest Cheesecake, chocolate cheesecake, cherry cheesecake, layered cheesecake, chocolate cake base, holiday dessert, creamy cheesecake

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