Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake

This Black Forest Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert that blends rich chocolate cheesecake with sweet cherry topping, creamy whipped garnish, and a chocolate cookie crust. With velvety layers and classic Black Forest flavor, it’s perfect for special occasions—or whenever you’re craving something indulgent and elegant.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (from cookies like Oreos, with filling removed)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

For the Cherry Topping:

• 2 cups cherry pie filling or fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (only if using fresh cherries)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

For Garnish:

• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• Chocolate shavings or curls
• Fresh cherries (optional)

Instructions