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Black Forest Cheesecake

This Black Forest Cheesecake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert! Rich, creamy, and topped with tart cherries, it's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base:
  • 250 g biscuits (or graham crackers)
  • 40 g cocoa powder
  • 100 g butter melted
For the Filling:
  • 300 ml sweet cooking cream
  • 400 g cream cheese softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 150 g sugar
  • 200 g dark chocolate melted
  • 50 ml milk
  • 100 g sour cherries or cherries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 200 g sour cherries or cherries for topping
  • 100 ml water
  • 6 g gelatin
  • 4 tablespoons sugar for the cherry topping
  • 200 ml whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Base. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Crush the biscuits or graham crackers into fine crumbs. In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbs with cocoa powder and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to create a solid base. Bake for about 10 minutes, then allow it to cool while you prepare the filling.
  2. Step 2: Make the Filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, pour in the melted dark chocolate, sweet cooking cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Bake the Cheesecake. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled biscuit base. Bake the cheesecake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for another hour to prevent cracking.
  4. Step 4: Prepare the Cherry Topping. While the cheesecake cools, hydrate the gelatin in 100ml of water. In a saucepan, combine 100g of cherries with 4 tablespoons of sugar and bring to a gentle simmer. Once the cherries have softened, remove from heat and stir in the gelatin until dissolved. Let this mixture cool.
  5. Step 5: Assemble the Cheesecake. Once the cheesecake has cooled completely, carefully pour the cherry mixture over the top, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
  6. Step 6: Whip the Cream. Before serving, whip the cream with vanilla sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream around the edges of the cheesecake for a beautiful finish. Top with additional cherries for garnish.

Notes

  • Make this cheesecake a day in advance for the best flavor.
  • Substitute gelatin with agar-agar for a vegetarian option.
  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.