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black forest cheesecake slice plated

Baked Black Forest Cheesecake

A rich and indulgent chocolate-cherry cheesecake inspired by the classic German Black Forest cake. Made with a chocolate cookie crust, creamy chocolate-infused cheesecake filling, and a glossy cherry topping, this dessert is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special celebration.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German-American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, filling removed)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 can cherry pie filling OR 2 cups fresh cherries cooked with 1/4 cup sugar + 1 tsp lemon juice
  • whipped cream (optional for topping)
  • dark chocolate shavings or curls (optional for topping)

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula
  • saucepan (if cooking fresh cherries)
  • large baking dish for water bath

Method
 

  1. Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter together. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  2. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until completely smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream. Fold in the melted chocolate.
  3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Place the springform pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water to form a water bath. Bake for 55–60 minutes until the center is nearly set.
  4. Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Spoon cherry topping over the chilled cheesecake. Pipe whipped cream around the edges and finish with chocolate curls if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 7gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

For best texture, bake the cheesecake in a water bath to help prevent cracking. Let it cool gradually and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is ideal). Add whipped cream, cherries, and shaved chocolate right before serving for the most beautiful presentation.

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