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Black Forest Cheesecake

Black Forest Cheesecake
Experience the ultimate indulgence with this Black Forest Cheesecake recipe, combining the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and creamy cheesecake into a heavenly treat. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful self-care moment.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Rest Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Serving Size 12

Ingredients

Cheesecake Base

  • 35 Oreos Oreo cookies (3 cups | 403g Oreo crumbs)
  • 4 tbsp Challenge Butter, melted
  • 24 oz Challenge Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
  • 4 large eggs

Cherry Topping

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cherry liqueur
  • 1 1/2 cups pitted cherries

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Cheesecake Base

  • Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare the crust in a springform pan.
  • Mix cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and melted chocolate. Slowly add eggs, then pour the batter into the crust.
  • Bake in a water bath for 1 hour, then cool gradually in the oven. Refrigerate until firm.

Toppings & Decoration

  • Serve chilled and topped with whipped cream, cherry mixture, and chocolate shavings. Slice and enjoy the layers of flavors and textures.

Notes

For an extra indulgent touch, decorate the cheesecake with fresh cherries and chocolate curls.