Experience a delightful blend of tastes and textures with this Cherry Cheesecake Chocolate Cake. This recipe features a moist and rich chocolate base interspersed with juicy cherries and a creamy cheesecake layer, culminating in a lusciously smooth chocolate topping. It's a perfect dessert that combines the classic richness of chocolate cake with the tangy sweetness of cherries and the creamy indulgence of cheesecake.
Why You’ll Love This: This cake is a multi-layered treat that offers something for every dessert lover. The chocolate cake provides a deep, cocoa-rich base that pairs beautifully with the sweet, bursting cherries. The cheesecake layer adds a creamy contrast, making each bite interesting and complex. Topped with a glossy layer of melted chocolate, this cake not only tastes divine but also looks spectacular.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or festive celebrations, this cake is sure to impress your guests. It's also great for holiday gatherings where a show-stopping dessert is called for. Serve it at potlucks, family reunions, or any event where you want to bring a dessert that everyone will talk about.
Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, garnish the melted chocolate topping with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder. You can also add some fresh cherries on top for color and freshness. If available, a few sprigs of mint or edible flowers can enhance the visual appeal and add a touch of sophistication.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 3 eggs
- 200g sugar
- 200ml milk
- 300g flour
- 150ml vegetable oil
- 3-4 tablespoons baking cocoa
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 packet chocolate drops
- 2 jars of cherries, drained
- Cheesecake Layer:
- 250g cream cheese
- 1 egg
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Topping:
- Melted chocolate (amount as desired)
Method:
- Prepare the Cake Base:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar until foamy.
- Gradually mix in the milk, oil, and then sift in the flour, baking cocoa, and baking powder, stirring until well combined and smooth.
- Stir in the chocolate drops and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Evenly distribute the drained cherries over the batter.
- Make the Cheesecake Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese, egg, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Dollop the cheesecake mixture over the cherries and gently swirl with a knife or a spoon handle to partially mix it with the cake layer.
- Bake:
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Add the Chocolate Topping:
- Once the cake has cooled, pour over the melted chocolate, spreading it evenly to cover the cake.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour to set the chocolate and firm up the cheesecake layer.
- Slice and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor experience.
Enjoy this rich and indulgent Cherry Cheesecake Chocolate Cake, a dessert that's as pleasurable to eat as it is to present.