Description
A rich and indulgent dessert that combines the classic flavors of Black Forest cake with creamy cheesecake, topped with cherries and whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 can pitted cherries in syrup (or 1 1/2 cups fresh cherries)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cherry layer)
- 2 tbsp cherry liqueur or brandy (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- Shaved chocolate or chocolate curls (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla and flour. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream. Pour over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- In a saucepan, combine cherries, 1/4 cup sugar, and cornstarch. Add cherry liqueur if desired. Cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
- Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cherry layer and garnish with chocolate shavings.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Carefully remove from the pan, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
Serve chilled, garnished with chocolate shavings or cherries. Store covered in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, Black Forest, chocolate, cherries