How to Make Black Forest Cheesecakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indulge in the rich and delicious flavors of a classic Black Forest cake, with a twist! These Black Forest Cheesecakes are a luxurious and decadent dessert that combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the bold and intense flavors of chocolate and cherries. Perfect for a special occasion or as a treat for yourself, these individual cheesecakes are sure to impress and satisfy even the most discerning of sweet tooths.

While the traditional Black Forest cake originates from Germany...

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Ingredients

  • 12 chocolate sandwich cookies with creme filling
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup baking cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
  • ½ cup whipped topping

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Line muffin cups with paper or foil liners.
  • Remove top from each sandwich cookie; crush tops and set aside. Place creme-topped cookies in the prepared muffin cups, creme-side up.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, cocoa, and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Mix in eggs until blended. Fill the prepared muffin cups 3/4 full; sprinkle 1/4 cup reserved cookie crumbs on top. Discard remaining crumbs or save for another use.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool completely; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Top each cheesecake with 2 tablespoons cherry filling and a dollop of whipped topping just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    307 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 183mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 167mg