Description
Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake filling with a chocolate cookie crust and sweet cherry topping. Rich cocoa notes paired with the tartness of cherries create a balanced flavor, while a smooth, velvety texture contrasts perfectly with the crunchy, buttery base. Perfect for celebrations or a decadent dessert any night, this cheesecake is both visually stunning and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 pounds cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to create the crust.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes; let cool while preparing the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Blend in cocoa powder. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Fold in sour cream until just combined.
- Pour filling over cooled crust; smooth top. Bake for 55-65 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill in refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with cherry pie filling and drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.
Notes
Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier flavor or use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan version. Cookie crust can be made with graham crackers if needed. For make-ahead, prepare cheesecake a day in advance and add topping before serving. Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze slices individually. If cracks develop, cover with cherries and chocolate. Overbeating can cause cracks, so mix gently.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake