Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake II
🕒 Total Time: 26 hours
🍽️ Servings: 16
📜 Description:
Indulge your taste buds in the divine symphony of flavors with our luscious Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake II. A tantalizing treat perfect for dessert, fruit lovers, weeknight gatherings, or entertaining large groups. Follow this irresistible recipe curated with love from lovewithrecipes.com.
🍫 Ingredients:
- 8 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 12 oz cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 16 eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for crust)
- 4 oz chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (for chocolate mixture)
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/4 cup cherry liqueur
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for decorating)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine the irresistible crunch of 8 1/2 cups of chocolate wafer crumbs with the indulgent richness of 1/2 cup of butter, forming a delightful crust that will be the foundation of your masterpiece.
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Press the heavenly mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring it covers the bottom and gracefully climbs 2 1/2 inches up the sides, creating the perfect canvas for your culinary creation.
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Allow the magic to unfold as you chill this crust, setting the stage for the symphony of flavors that will soon dance on your palate.
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Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F, as you embark on the journey of creating a velvety chocolate mixture. Over hot, not boiling, water, let 4 oz of chocolate chips and 3/4 cup of heavy cream unite in a harmonious blend. Stir until the morsels surrender, melting into a smooth, glossy mixture that sets the tone for the decadence to come.
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In another large bowl, let 12 oz of cream cheese and 1 1/2 cups of sugar join forces, beating until they reach a creamy crescendo.
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Add the eggs one at a time, each addition a beat in the symphony of preparation. Witness the transformation as the chocolate mixture, 1/4 cup cherry liqueur, and 1 tsp vanilla extract make their grand entrance, seamlessly blending into the creamy ensemble.
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Pour this heavenly composition into the patiently waiting, chilled crust, ensuring every inch is bathed in the divine mixture.
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The grand finale begins in the oven at 325 degrees F for 60 minutes, transforming your creation into a masterpiece. Then, gracefully turn off the oven, letting the cheesecake stand with the door ajar for an additional hour, allowing the flavors to harmonize and reach their peak.
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As the sweet aroma fills your kitchen, remove the cheesecake and let it cool completely, as anticipation builds for the grand reveal.
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The crescendo of flavors reaches its peak as you refrigerate the masterpiece for a blissful 24 hours, enhancing its texture and taste.
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The final touch, a crowning glory – spread the cherry pie filling generously over the top of the cheesecake, leaving a tantalizing 1-inch border, creating a visually stunning masterpiece.
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For the ultimate presentation, adorn the edges with billows of whipped cream, a delightful touch that elevates the visual appeal and adds a light, airy finish to this decadent creation.
Indulge in the symphony of textures and flavors as you savor each bite of this Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake II. A culinary masterpiece that transcends the ordinary, leaving a lasting impression on your taste buds and creating cherished memories with each delightful slice. 🍰✨
