Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies (such as Oreos or chocolate graham crackers)
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)

For the cheesecake filling:

• 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream (for creaminess)
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)

For the topping:

• 1 cup cherry pie filling
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate, grated or chopped (optional, for garnish)
• Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
  

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