Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate cheesecake and tart cherries, perfect for celebrations or satisfying sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Must be at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs Add one at a time.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ml sour cream
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cherry Filling
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped Feel free to use fresh or thawed frozen cherries.
Garnish
- Chocolate shavings For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Serving
- Serve chilled, garnish with chocolate shavings and additional cherries if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can be frozen for up to three months. Consider covering cracks with chocolate shavings or whipped cream when serving.