Indulge in this rich and decadent Black Forest Cheesecake—a perfect combination of creamy chocolate cheesecake, luscious cherries, and a buttery graham cracker crust. A must-try for all chocolate lovers!

📋 Ingredients

For the Crust:

1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

¼ cup sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, melted


For the Cheesecake Filling:

3 cups cream cheese, softened

1 cup sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

¼ cup heavy cream

½ cup cocoa powder

For the Toppings:

½ cup cherry preserves

½ cup chocolate chips, melted

1 cup whipped cream

Fresh cherries for garnish 🍒


📝 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.

  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust.

  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.


2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling

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

  2. Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition.

  3. Fold in sour cream, heavy cream, and cocoa powder until well combined.


3️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake

  1. Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.

  2. Bake for 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is slightly wobbly.

  3. Let the cheesecake cool completely before adding toppings.


4️⃣ Add the Toppings & Serve

  1. Spread cherry preserves evenly over the cooled cheesecake.

  2. Drizzle with melted chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

  3. Pipe or spread whipped cream on top, then garnish with fresh cherries.

  4. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving for the best flavor!


⏳ Time & Nutrition Info

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 60 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Calories: ~350 per serving

Macros: 25g carbohydrates | 6g protein | 28g fat

This Black Forest Cheesecake is the perfect balance of rich chocolate, creamy texture, and fruity cherry goodness! Who’s ready to take a bite? 🍰😍