Description
A decadent cheesecake with a chocolate cookie crust, creamy chocolate filling, and luscious cherry topping. Perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
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2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar
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1 cup sour cream
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3 large eggs
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1 cup melted dark chocolate
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or canned)
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1/2 cup sugar (for cherry filling)
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1/2 cup water
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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Whipped cream, for topping
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Chocolate shavings, for garnish
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Extra cherries, for decoration
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
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Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, then blend in sour cream. Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in chocolate and vanilla.
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Pour batter over crust and bake 50–60 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool in oven 1 hour, then chill at least 4 hours.
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In a saucepan, cook cherries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened. Cool completely.
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Spread cherry topping over chilled cheesecake. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and extra cherries before serving.
Notes
Best made a day ahead for easier slicing. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze without topping for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American