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Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony A Layered Delight

The Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony is a luxurious blend of Black Forest cake and creamy cheesecake, combining the rich layers of chocolate, cream, and cherries that elevate this dessert. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat, it offers layers of flavors and textures that are sure to impress.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • Chocolate Crust: 1 1/2 cups Oreo or chocolate graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Cheesecake Filling: 24 oz cream cheese (softened), 1 cup sugar, 3 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Chocolate Ganache: 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped), 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Cherry Compote: 2 cups cherries (fresh or jarred), 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Garnish: Whipped cream, chocolate shavings, fresh cherries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chocolate Crust:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
    In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla, mixing until creamy. Pour filling over the crust, smoothing the top.
  3. Bake the Cheesecake:
    Place the springform pan in a water bath and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 60-70 minutes. Let cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  4. Prepare the Ganache:
    Heat heavy cream until steaming. Pour over chopped chocolate, let sit, and whisk until smooth. Spread ganache over cooled cheesecake.
  5. Make Cherry Compote:
    Simmer cherries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
  6. Assemble and Garnish:
    Spread cherry compote over ganache layer. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and cherries.
  • Author: Lyli Mildiva
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Keywords: Black Forest Cheesecake Symphony, chocolate cheesecake, cherry cheesecake, layered dessert, decadent dessert, Black Forest dessert