Decadent Black Forest Chocolate Cheesecake 🍒🍰

Luscious Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Description:

Indulge in the decadent delight of our Luscious Black Forest Cheesecake! This exquisite dessert combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the irresistible allure of black forest flavors. Each bite is a harmonious symphony of chocolate, cherries, and velvety smooth cheesecake, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.

Recipe Category:

Cheesecake 🍰

Keywords:

Dessert, Canadian, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy 🍒🍫🧀

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 949.8
• Fat Content: 59.4g
• Saturated Fat Content: 32.4g
• Cholesterol Content: 231.6mg
• Sodium Content: 492.1mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 92.3g
• Fiber Content: 2.4g
• Sugar Content: 62.7g
• Protein Content: 17.9g

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
• Whipped cream and chocolate curls for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

   • Combine chocolate wafer crumbs, shortening, and sugar in a bowl.
   • Press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy.

3. Incorporate Ingredients:

   • Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk, melted chocolate, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

4. Bake the Cheesecake:

   • Pour the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust in the springform pan.
   • Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 65 minutes, or until the cheesecake springs back lightly when touched.

5. Cool and Chill:

   • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature.
   • Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake to chill for a few hours or until set.

6. Finishing Touches:

   • Once chilled, carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
   • Top the cheesecake with the cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly over the surface.
   • Garnish with a generous dollop of whipped cream and chocolate curls for an elegant finishing touch.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Slice the Luscious Black Forest Cheesecake into portions and serve chilled.
   • Refrigerate any leftovers to enjoy later.

Indulge in the blissful experience of savoring each delectable bite of this Luscious Black Forest Cheesecake, where every mouthful is a celebration of heavenly flavors and creamy indulgence! 🎉🍰