Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake infused with the delightful flavors of cherry and chocolate, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, cherry pie filling, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer cheesecake, bake a little longer.
- Top with additional cherry pie filling before serving for extra flavor.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg