These Black Forest Cheesecakes are a delightful twist on the classic Black Forest cake. Made with a rich chocolate crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and topped with cherry pie filling and chocolate shavings, they are a must-try dessert for any chocolate lover. Plus, they are individual-sized, making them perfect for parties or special occasions. This recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 6.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- ¼ cup chocolate shavings
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the crumb mixture onto the bottom of 6 individual-sized cheesecake tins or ramekins.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the heavy cream.
- Pour the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts in the tins or ramekins.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheesecakes are set. Let them cool completely.
- Once cooled, remove the cheesecakes from the tins or ramekins and place them on a serving plate.
- Top each cheesecake with a spoonful of cherry pie filling and sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Enjoy these decadent Black Forest Cheesecakes!
Interesting Facts
Black Forest Cheesecakes are a modern twist on the traditional Black Forest cake, which originated in Germany.
The combination of chocolate, cherries, and cream cheese creates a rich and flavorful dessert that is loved by many.
Traditionally, Black Forest cake is made with layers of chocolate sponge cake, cherries, and whipped cream. The cheesecake version offers a creamy and indulgent alternative.
The use of individual-sized tins or ramekins makes these cheesecakes perfect for portion control and easy serving.
The addition of chocolate shavings adds an extra touch of elegance and enhances the chocolate flavor of the dessert.