Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup pitted cherries, chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- Extra cherries and chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and cocoa powder until fully combined.
- Fold in chopped cherries, then pour mixture over the crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until center is set. Let cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over cooled cheesecake and garnish with cherries and chocolate shavings.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.