Chocolate Maraschino Cheesecake Pie Recipe π«π
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 543.4 per serving
Description:
Indulge in the lusciousness of Chocolate Maraschino Cheesecake Pie, a delightful dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the irresistible flavors of chocolate and cherries. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight treat or a special dessert for entertaining guests. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a decadent dessert that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 1 pre-made chocolate cookie crust
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 375Β°F. |
| In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. | |
| Add vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until well blended. | |
| 2 | Reserve 16 slices of maraschino cherries for garnish. |
| Fold the remaining chopped cherries and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the cream cheese mixture. | |
| Pour the mixture into the pre-made chocolate cookie crust. | |
| 3 | Bake for 35 minutes or until the cheesecake is just set. |
| Remove from the oven and allow to cool. | |
| 4 | Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 3 hours. |
| 5 | Before serving, garnish with the reserved maraschino cherry slices and remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips. |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 543.4
- Fat: 34.6g
- Saturated Fat: 17.6g
- Cholesterol: 115.5mg
- Sodium: 375.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 54.4g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 41.5g
- Protein: 8g
Keywords:
Dessert, Cheesecake, Chocolate, Maraschino Cherries, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Easy, Oven, Refrigerator
Recipe Notes:
- For a richer chocolate flavor, you can use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- Ensure the cheesecake is completely cooled before refrigerating to prevent condensation on the surface.
- You can customize the garnish with additional toppings like whipped cream or chocolate shavings for added flair.
