Perfect for any occasion, this rich, creamy, and beautifully adorned Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake will make a lovely centerpiece for your dessert table.
Why Make This Recipe
Think about experience a fusion of chocolate and cherry in a rich, creamy dessert. Drooling already? That’s exactly why you should make this Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake! It’s a showstopper with its layers of chocolate wafer crust, chocolate cheesecake, and cherry topping, it’ll be the star of the show.
Servings: 12 slices
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 5 hours (includes chilling time)
How to Make Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
– 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
– 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake:
– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup cocoa powder
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Sour Cherry Topping:
– 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
– 2 tbsp kirsch (optional)
– Shaved dark chocolate, for garnish
Directions:
– Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C).
– Combine the chocolate wafer crumbs and melted butter, press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
– Beat the cream cheese until smooth in a large mixing bowl. Combine with the sugar and cocoa powder, add eggs one at a time, stirring in the vanilla.
– Pour the batter over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for about an hour until the center is set.
– Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with its door open for about an hour, and then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
– Combine cherry pie filling and kirsch in a bowl, spread over the cheesecake, top with chocolate shavings.
How to Serve Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake
Serve this cake chilled. Unmold it from the springform pan just before serving and don’t forget to add extra fresh cherries or a dollop of whipped cream!
How to Store Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake
You can store this Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake in the refrigerator, covered, for about 5 days. For a longer period, you can freeze it for up to 2 months.
Tips to Make Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake
– Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for a smoother batter.
– Cool the cheesecake slowly to prevent it from cracking.
– You can substitute kirsch with cherry juice if you prefer a non-alcoholic version.
Variations
For a less rich version, you could make it with a vanilla wafer crust and a vanilla cheesecake, adding a chocolate ganache on top with the cherries.
FAQs
Q: Can I use other types of fruit in place of cherries?
A: Yes, you can substitute with other berries like raspberries or blackberries.
Q: What if I don’t have kirsch?
A: You may substitute kirsch with cherry juice or even omit it.
Q:Is it required to cool the cheesecake in the fridge?
A: Yes, cooling the cheesecake inside the fridge allows it to firm up and makes it easier to slice.
Now you have everything needed to start making this stupefying dessert. Be ready to indulge in a velvety Black Forest Cheesecake experience!