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Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony

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This Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony is a rich and elegant dessert combining a chocolate cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, cherry pie layer, and dark chocolate shavings—perfect for celebrations or special indulgent moments.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10–12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter until fully moistened.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Blend in the sour cream until smooth.
  6. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and smooth the surface.
  7. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the batter.
  8. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top and smooth the surface again.
  9. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  10. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 30 minutes.
  11. Transfer to a cooling rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Before serving, garnish with dark chocolate shavings and additional cherry topping if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • A water bath is optional but helps prevent cracking.
  • Cheesecake tastes even better the next day after chilling.
  • Use gluten-free cookies for a gluten-free version.
  • Wrap slices individually if freezing for easy single servings.

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