Black Forest Cheesecake is a delightful twist on the classic Black Forest Cake, combining the rich flavors of chocolate, cherries, and creamy cheesecake. Here’s a recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces (about 680g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the Cherry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh or canned cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Garnish (Optional):
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Whipped cream
Instructions: