Decadent Black Forest Cheesecake

Prepare the Crust:

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and sugar.

Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.

Make the Cheesecake Filling:

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth.

Fold in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.

Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

Bake the Cheesecake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour.

Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Prepare the Cherry Topping:

In a small saucepan, combine the cherry pie filling, cornstarch, and water.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils.

Remove from heat and let cool.

Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling time)

Kcal: 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings