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Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

Overview:

Indulge in the decadence of our Black Forest Cheesecake! This sumptuous dessert combines the richness of cream cheese with the irresistible flavors of chocolate and cherries. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself to a sweet delight.

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
• Servings: 10
• Calories per Serving: 577.8

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

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   • Combine chocolate wafer crumbs and melted butter, mixing well.
   • Firmly press the mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Batter:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
   • Gradually add the sugar, mixing well after each addition.
   • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir in the kirsch until blended.

3. Bake the Cheesecake:

   • Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan.
   • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 200°F (95°C) and continue baking for 1 hour.

4. Prepare the Chocolate Topping:

   • While the cheesecake is baking, melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over boiling water.
   • Once melted, allow the chocolate to cool slightly, then stir in the sour cream until well combined.

5. Finish and Chill:

   • Once the cheesecake is baked, let it cool to room temperature in the oven with the door slightly ajar.
   • Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the top of the cooled cheesecake.
   • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly in the refrigerator.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with whipped cream and maraschino cherries with stems, if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 577.8
• Total Fat: 41g
  • Saturated Fat: 24.4g
• Cholesterol: 177mg
• Sodium: 368.3mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.5g
  • Sugars: 35.4g
• Protein: 10.6g

Keywords:

Dessert, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours

Enjoy your delightful Black Forest Cheesecake! 🍰✨