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September 18, 2017 · 12 Comments

Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

Cheesecake· Recipe Archive

What could you want from a Cheesecake? Oreo Crust? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cherries? Check. Low Calorie? Well, let's get real. Not this one. But it is light and creamy and relative simple to make. Does that count? I am testing this one today. If my guests enjoy it as much as my family I will be on top the the world!!
What could you want from a Cheesecake? Oreo Crust? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cherries? Check. Low Calorie? Well, let's get real. Not this one. But it is light and creamy and relative simple to make. Does that count? I am testing this one today. If my guests enjoy it as much as my family I will be on top the the world!!

Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

What could you want from a Cheesecake?

Oreo Crust? Check.

Chocolate? Check.

Cherries? Check.

Low Calorie? Well, let’s get real. Not this one.

But it is light and creamy and relative simple to make. Does that count?

These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:

Chocolate Cheesecake:

  • 1.5 Cups Oreo cookies, finely crushed (about 18)
  • 2 Tbs Butter, melted
  • 24 Oz Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla
  • 8 Oz BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 3 Large Eggs, room temperature

Sweet Cherry Sauce:

  • 3 Lbs fresh, pitted cherries or 2 pounds frozen 
  • 1/4 Cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 Cup Cherry juice
  • 2 Tbs Corn starch
  • 1/2 Tsp Vanilla, optional

These are the INSTRUCTIONS For preparation:

CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE:

  • HEAT oven to 325°F
  • MIX cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 min.
  • BEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended. Add chocolate; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust.
  • BAKE 45 to 55 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours. 

CHERRY SAUCE:

  • Remove pits and stems from 2 pounds of cherries and place in a small sauce pan (you may use frozen cherries for this step). Add water and sprinkle with sugar. Bring the cherries to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Place a fine sieve over a mixing bowl. Scoop the cherries into the sieve a little at a time and press the cherries with the back of a wooden spoon to release the juice and pulp into the bowl. Scrape the skins out of the sieve and repeat until all of the cherries have been juiced.
  • Return the juice to the sauce pan over medium heat and stir in the lemon juice. Combine the bottled cherry juice with the cornstarch to make a slurry and stir until there are no lumps. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce pan while whisking.
  • Gently simmer until the cherry juice reaches the desired thickness. It will become thicker as it cools.
  • Just before removing the sauce from the heat, add the remaining one pound of pitted cherries and fold into the sauce. Allow the sauce to return to a boil and immediately remove from the heat. The cherries should retain a firm texture.
  • Let the sauce cool and pour into a jar. Keep refrigerated for up to one week.

NOTES

HOW TO BAKE IN 13X9-INCH PAN: Prepare as directed, substituting a greased foil-lined 13×9-inch pan for the springform pan, and reducing the baking time to 40 to 45 min. or until center is almost set. Use foil handles to remove chilled cheesecake from pan before cutting to serve. 

NOTE: If using a dark nonstick 9-inch springform pan, reduce oven temperature to 300°F.

I am testing this one today. If my guests enjoy it as much as my family I will be on top the the world!! Enjoy!

This post is part of my Cheesecake Collection. For more about Cheesecakes click 6 Tips To A Perfect Cheesecake Collection.

What could you want from a Cheesecake? Oreo Crust? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cherries? Check. Low Calorie? Well, let's get real. Not this one. But it is light and creamy and relative simple to make. Does that count? I am testing this one today. If my guests enjoy it as much as my family I will be on top the the world!!

Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

What could you want from a Cheesecake? Oreo Crust? Check. Chocolate? Check. Cherries? Check. Low Calorie? Well, let’s get real. Not this one. But it is light and creamy and relative simple to make.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake, cherry
Method: Bake
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Adjust Servings: 12
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

Chocolate Cheesecake:

  • 1.5 Cups Oreo cookies, finely crushed (about 18)
  • 2 Tbs Butter, melted
  • 24 Oz Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla
  • 8 Oz BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 3 Large Eggs, room temperature

Sweet Cherry Sauce:

  • 3 Lbs fresh, pitted cherries or 2 pounds frozen
  • 1/4 Cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 Cup Cherry juice
  • 2 Tbs Corn starch
  • 1/2 Tsp Vanilla, optional

Instructions

CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE:

  • HEAT oven to 325°F
  • MIX cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 min.
  • BEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended. Add chocolate; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust.
  • BAKE 45 to 55 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours. 

CHERRY SAUCE:

  • Remove pits and stems from 2 pounds of cherries and place in a small sauce pan (you may use frozen cherries for this step). Add water and sprinkle with sugar. Bring the cherries to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Place a fine sieve over a mixing bowl. Scoop the cherries into the sieve a little at a time and press the cherries with the back of a wooden spoon to release the juice and pulp into the bowl. Scrape the skins out of the sieve and repeat until all of the cherries have been juiced.
  • Return the juice to the sauce pan over medium heat and stir in the lemon juice. Combine the bottled cherry juice with the cornstarch to make a slurry and stir until there are no lumps. Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce pan while whisking.
  • Gently simmer until the cherry juice reaches the desired thickness. It will become thicker as it cools.
  • Just before removing the sauce from the heat, add the remaining one pound of pitted cherries and fold into the sauce. Allow the sauce to return to a boil and immediately remove from the heat. The cherries should retain a firm texture.
  • Let the sauce cool and pour into a jar. Keep refrigerated for up to one week.

Notes

HOW TO BAKE IN 13X9-INCH PAN: Prepare as directed, substituting a greased foil-lined 13×9-inch pan for the springform pan, and reducing the baking time to 40 to 45 min. or until center is almost set. Use foil handles to remove chilled cheesecake from pan before cutting to serve. 
NOTE: If using a dark nonstick 9-inch springform pan, reduce oven temperature to 300°F.
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Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal (18%) | Carbohydrates: 33g (11%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 23g (35%) | Saturated Fat: 13g (65%) | Cholesterol: 95mg (32%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 26g (29%) | Vitamin A: 500IU (10%) | Vitamin C: 12.4mg (15%) | Calcium: 60mg (6%) | Iron: 1.1mg (6%)
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  1. blankJamie says

    October 9, 2017 at 6:16 PM

    Yumm!! I’m bringing back my Monday link party @ DIY Home Sweet Home (first one will be Oct. 16th) and I would love for you to stop by and link up your cheesecake recipe or any new projects your working on! http://diyhshp.blogspot.com

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    • blankMarilyn says

      October 9, 2017 at 7:45 PM

      Thx Jamie!

      Reply
  2. blankErlene says

    October 1, 2017 at 7:00 PM

    Looks amazing and cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts. I love that it’s full calorie too…lol.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      October 1, 2017 at 8:49 PM

      I love cheesecake because they are all different. I love the cherries on this one. And yes, full of calories!! Enjoy your week.

      Reply
  3. blankBeverly says

    September 25, 2017 at 1:46 PM

    Wow, another amazing dessert. Chocolate and cherries together. Yum!!
    Hugs,
    Bev

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    • blankMarilyn says

      September 25, 2017 at 3:31 PM

      You are just too easy to please Bev. But I have a recipe in store for you. I hope you will like it! Enjoy your week.

      Reply
  4. blankangie says

    September 24, 2017 at 10:59 PM

    I can think of several that would love this. Chocolate and cherries go so well together thanks for sharing
    come see us at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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    • blankMarilyn says

      September 25, 2017 at 3:00 PM

      I am glad you also love this combination! It is awesome. Have a great week!

      Reply
  5. blankHelen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    September 24, 2017 at 7:22 PM

    Perfect flavor combo! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for dinner Link up!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      September 24, 2017 at 8:25 PM

      Chocolate covered cherries are my favorite. This cheesecake came close! Have a good week!

      Reply
  6. blankClearissa Coward says

    September 19, 2017 at 1:55 PM

    Chocolate & cheeries!! A perfect combination. Looks so yummy!

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    • blankMarilyn says

      September 19, 2017 at 8:54 PM

      Chocolate and cherries have long haunted me. I just love them. Thanks Clearissa and have a great week!

      Reply

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