way to cook:
1️⃣ Make the Crust
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake 8–10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each.
Mix in sour cream, flour, and vanilla extract.
Stir in melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
3️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake
Pour filling into cooled crust.
Wrap pan in foil and place in a water bath (1 inch of hot water).
Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 60–70 minutes, until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off oven, crack door, and cool for 1 hour inside.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4️⃣ Make the Chocolate Ganache
Heat chocolate chips and cream in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Let cool slightly before drizzling.
5️⃣ Assemble the Cheesecake
Top with Cherry Filling: Spread pie filling over chilled cheesecake. Add fresh cherries if desired.
Drizzle Ganache: Let it drip beautifully down the sides.
6️⃣ Decorate & Serve
Garnish with whipped cream, more cherries, and chocolate shavings or curls.
Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
🍽️ Serving Notes
A delightful mix of rich chocolate, creamy texture, and bright cherry flavor — this Black Forest Cheesecake is a decadent twist on the classic German dessert!
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