Description

Get ready to fall in love with this indulgent, bakery-worthy Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake. With its chocolate cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, rich chocolate ganache, and vibrant cherry topping, it’s the perfect blend of elegance and comfort. Whether you’re searching for easy dessert ideas, something impressive for a dinner party, or simply craving something sweet and rich, this cheesecake fits the bill. It’s a great choice for holiday baking, Valentine’s Day, or any day that calls for a chocolatey, fruity treat.

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs

1/4 cup melted butter

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 cups fresh or frozen cherries

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1/4 cup water

1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

1/3 cup dark chocolate ganache (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a springform pan.

2. Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter; press into pan and bake for 10 minutes.

3. Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream; pour over crust and chill.

4. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.

5. Pour cream cheese mixture over chocolate layer and smooth the top.

6. Bake cheesecake for 50-60 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly.

7. Let it cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

8. In a saucepan, combine cherries, lemon juice, sugar, water, and cornstarch. Simmer until thickened.

9. Cool the cherry topping and spread over chilled cheesecake.

10. Drizzle with ganache and garnish with fresh cherries and chocolate shavings (optional).

Notes

Let the cheesecake cool gradually to avoid cracks.

Use high-quality chocolate and cherries for best flavor.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 470
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: chocolate cherry cheesecake, easy dessert, holiday baking, cherry dessert, chocolate dessert