Black Forest Cheesecake

🍫🍒 Black Forest Cheesecake

A rich chocolate cheesecake with a velvety texture, layered over a buttery chocolate cookie crust and topped with glossy cherry compote, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Inspired by the classic Black Forest cake, this cheesecake delivers deep chocolate flavor balanced by bright, fruity cherries for a stunning dessert centerpiece.

Ingredients

Chocolate Cookie Crust

• 2 cups (200 g) chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos without cream or chocolate graham crackers)
• 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted
• Pinch of salt

Cheesecake Filling

• 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
• 3 oz (85 g) dark chocolate (70%), melted and slightly cooled
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cherry Topping

• 2 cups (400 g) pitted black cherries (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp kirsch (optional, for authentic flavor)

Whipped Cream

• ¾ cup (180 ml) cold heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish

• Dark chocolate shavings or curls
• Whole cherries with stems

This recipe blends the richness of chocolate cheesecake with the iconic flavors of Black Forest desserts, creating a layered cheesecake with dramatic presentation and balanced flavor.

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