Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony

Name: Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony
Cuisine: European, German
Ingredients: Ingredients:; 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs; 1/4 cup melted butter; 24 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1/2 cup sour cream; 3 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling; 1/2 cup grated dark chocolate (for topping); Fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)

7 steps

If you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and creamy cheesecake, then the Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony is your answer! This decadent dessert is a beautiful blend of a classic Black Forest cake and a velvety cheesecake, perfect for any celebration or simply as a treat for yourself. It’s easy to make, and the result is so impressive that it’ll quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection. Let’s dive into this symphony of flavors!

Updated at: Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:49:11 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

333

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories5876.1 kcal (294%)

Total Fat364.1 g (520%)

Carbs586.9 g (226%)

Sugars323.8 g (360%)

Protein90.4 g (181%)

Sodium3018.4 mg (151%)

Fiber17.1 g (61%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

1 ½ cupschocolate cookie crumbs

¼ cupbutter

melted

24 ozcream cheese

softened

1 cupgranulated sugar

¼ cupcocoa powder

½ cupsour cream

3eggs

large

1 tspvanilla extract

1 x 21 ozcan cherry pie filling

½ cupdark chocolate

grated, for topping

Fresh cherries

optional, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

Instructions:

Step 2

Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 3

Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and cocoa powder, and continue beating until everything is well combined. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Incorporate the Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

Step 5

Bake the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Smooth the top, then bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is just set. Once baked, turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for about an hour.

Step 6

Add the Cherry Topping: Once the cheesecake has cooled completely, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top.

Step 7

Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set. Before serving, garnish with grated dark chocolate and fresh cherries for a luxurious finish.