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Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and cherries with this easy-to-make No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake. This recipe offers a refreshing twist on the classic Black Forest cake, with a creamy and luscious cheesecake filling that is sure to satisfy your dessert cravings.
Why Make This Recipe
This No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake is perfect for those times when you want a delicious dessert without the hassle of baking. It’s quick to prepare, requires simple ingredients, and delivers a decadent and impressive treat that will wow your family and guests.
How to Make No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake
Ingredients:
- 32 Oreo cookies
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- 2 packages cream cheese (8oz/250g packages), softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1 tub whipped topping (8oz tub), thawed
- Chocolate shavings (garnish, optional)
Directions:
- Blend the Oreo cookies in a food processor until well crushed.
- Add melted butter and blend until it forms wet sand consistency.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and place in the freezer.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder until light and fluffy.
- Add sour cream and cherry pie filling, folding gently.
- Fold in whipped topping and spread filling into the prepared crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Pipe whipped topping onto the edges of the cheesecake and decorate with cherry pie filling and chocolate shavings.
- Slice and serve.
How to Serve No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake
Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy texture and rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and cream. This cheesecake is perfect for special occasions or family gatherings.
How to Store No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake
Store the cheesecake in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container, for up to 3 days. Ensure it is kept cold to maintain its texture and flavor.
Tips to Make No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer and creamier filling.
- Be gentle when folding in the cherry pie filling and whipped topping to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Customize the garnishes with fresh cherries, chocolate curls, or cocoa powder for a personalized touch.
Variation
For a twist, try using graham crackers or chocolate graham crackers for the crust. You can also use dark chocolate chips instead of cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
No-Bake Black Forest Cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust
- 32 Oreo cookies cream-filled cookies
- 1/4 cup salted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese softened (2 packages, 8oz each)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1 tub whipped topping thawed (8oz tub)
Instructions
Preparation and Assembly
- Blend the Oreo cookies in a food processor until well crushed.
- Mix melted butter with the crushed cookies to form a wet sand consistency.
- Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and place in the freezer to set.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder until light and fluffy.
- Add sour cream and cherry pie filling and gently fold in.
- Fold in the whipped topping and spread the filling over the prepared crust.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours to set.
- Decorate with additional whipped topping, cherry pie filling, and chocolate shavings before serving.
