Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this Decadent Cherry-Top Chocolate Cheesecake. A perfect blend of rich, dark chocolate and tangy cherries, this cheesecake offers a luxurious treat for all your senses.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Rich Chocolate Flavor: The deep, intense chocolate base provides a delightful contrast to the light, creamy cheesecake layer.
- Tangy Cherry Topping: The cherry topping adds a burst of fruity tartness that cuts through the richness of the chocolate.
- Perfect Texture Balance: Experience the smooth creaminess of the cheesecake against the dense, moist chocolate cake base.
- Visually Stunning: With its layers of contrasting colors and textures, this cheesecake is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat.
- Ideal for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a special celebration or a cozy family dinner, this cheesecake is sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- For the Chocolate Layer:
- 150g dark brown sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 125g unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 100g natural yogurt
- 150g all-purpose flour
- 35g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 300g cream cheese, softened
- 75g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 25g cornstarch
- 1 large egg
- Topping:
- Cherry pie filling (homemade or store-bought)
Method:
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and line a 22cm springform cake pan.
- Chocolate Layer: Beat together the brown sugar, softened butter, salt, and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in yogurt. Sift together flour, cocoa, and baking powder; fold gently into the wet ingredients. Pour this batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Cheesecake Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar, vanilla essence, and cornstarch until smooth and fluffy. Beat in the egg until well combined. Carefully pour this mixture over the chocolate layer in the pan.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly wobbly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
- Topping: Once the cheesecake has cooled, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set completely before serving.
Enjoy the indulgent taste of this Decadent Cherry-Top Chocolate Cheesecake, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings! 🍰🍒🍫
