Description
Prepare to dive into a luscious Dark Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake that combines the deep richness of dark chocolate with the tart sweetness of cherries. This elegant dessert rests on a buttery graham cracker crust, making it the centerpiece of any gathering. Surprisingly simple to make, this cheesecake promises to enchant your taste buds and leave everyone craving more with every heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ยฝ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ยฝ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, chopped
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder dissolved in water
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the base of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- 2. Melt half of the dark chocolate and allow it to cool slightly.
- 3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
- 4. Fold in chopped cherries and add dissolved agar-agar to the mixture.
- 5. Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled crust; bake for about 60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute cherries with raspberries or strawberries for different flavors. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. For best texture, chill cheesecake overnight before serving.