Description
This Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake combines a rich chocolate cookie crust with a creamy chocolate-infused cream cheese filling, topped with sweet cherry pie filling and optional chocolate curls. Perfect for holiday celebrations or any dessert occasion, this classic American dessert is indulgent yet easy to prepare and serves 10.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, without filling)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
For the topping:
- 1 ½ cups cherry pie filling
- Shaved chocolate or chocolate curls (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing well. Beat in the eggs one at a time, just until incorporated. Stir in the melted chocolate until evenly combined. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake the cheesecake: Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill: After cooling in the oven, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Add topping and serve: Before serving, spoon the cherry pie filling over the top. Garnish with shaved chocolate or chocolate curls if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- The cheesecake can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- To cleanly slice the cheesecake, dip a knife in warm water and wipe between cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
