Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony (Chocolate, Cherries & Cream)

This Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony combines silky chocolate cheesecake, juicy cherry topping, and a soft crown of whipped cream for an elegant and unforgettable dessert experience. With its rich layers, contrasting textures, and classic Black Forest charm, this cheesecake delivers a luxurious bite from the buttery chocolate crust to the creamy filling and bright cherry finish.

Ingredients

For the base

• 2 cups (200 g) chocolate cookie crumbs (cream-free Oreo or chocolate graham)
• 6 tablespoons (85 g) melted butter

For the Chocolate Cheesecake

• 680 g cream cheese (at room temperature)
• 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 175 g semi-sweet chocolate (melted, cooled)
• ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cherry Layer

• 2 cups cherry pie filling (or cooked homemade cherries)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

For the Topping

• 1 ½ cups cold cream
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• Grated chocolate (for decoration)
  

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