Description
Looking for a stunning dessert that combines elegance, flavor, and indulgence? This Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake delivers all that and more. With a rich Oreo crust, silky chocolate cream cheese filling, and a vibrant cherry topping crowned with chocolate curls, it’s a showstopper perfect for dinner parties, celebrations, or when you want a decadent treat. Whether you’re after easy dessert ideas, elegant dinner recipes, or creative baking projects, this cheesecake hits the sweet spot in every way.
Ingredients
24 Oreo cookies crushed
5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
24 ounces cream cheese softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 ounces dark chocolate melted
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups cherries fresh or frozen
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Chocolate curls or shavings optional for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Pulse Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.
2. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix well. Blend in melted chocolate, sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
3. Pour filling over crust. Bake for 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
4. Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight.
5. In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thick and glossy, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool.
6. Spoon cherry topping over chilled cheesecake. Decorate with chocolate curls and fresh cherries. Slice and serve.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
Avoid overmixing after adding eggs to prevent cracks.
Let the cheesecake cool gradually for a flawless finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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