Description
Sweet dreams arrive with this cherry chocolate cheesecake, a luscious dessert blending rich cocoa and tangy cherries. Creamy layers melt into pure indulgence, promising a delectable journey you’ll savor with each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) melted dark chocolate
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) melted butter
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) chocolate cookie crumbs
Instructions
- Create a crumbly foundation by pulverizing chocolate cookies and binding them with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into a springform pan’s base, ensuring an even layer. Briefly toast the crust in the oven at 325°F for approximately 10 minutes to solidify its structure.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency. Incorporate eggs individually, thoroughly blending after each addition to maintain a smooth texture.
- Infuse the mixture with rich flavor by folding in vanilla extract, velvety sour cream, and decadent melted chocolate. Stir gently to distribute ingredients evenly without overmixing.
- Transfer the luxurious filling onto the pre-baked crust, creating a uniform surface. Position the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, monitoring until the center sets with a gentle wobble.
- After baking, switch off the oven and allow the cheesecake to rest inside with the door slightly ajar, preventing sudden temperature changes that might cause cracking.
- Refrigerate the cooled cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, enabling it to firm and develop a rich, dense texture. Before serving, generously crown the dessert with vibrant cherry pie filling and scatter fresh cherries for a burst of fruity elegance.
Notes
- Adjust the chocolate cookie crumbs with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Control moisture by patting fresh cherries dry before adding to prevent watery topping.
- Prevent cracking by using room temperature ingredients and avoiding overmixing the cheesecake batter.
- Enhance flavor complexity by incorporating a splash of cherry liqueur or almond extract into the filling for deeper taste dimensions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 386
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg