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No Bake Black Forest Cheesecake

  • Author: mohamedcherifsfaitrigmail-com
  • Total Time: 240 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy no-bake cheesecake filled with chocolate and cherries, resting on a crunchy Oreo crust.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package of Oreo cookies
  • 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups of cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup of cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Create the crust: Begin by crushing the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs in a mixing bowl. Drizzle the melted butter over them and stir until fully combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of your prepared cheesecake pan, forming a solid crust.
  2. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, unleash the power of your electric mixer. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth without lumps. The goal is creamy perfection.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form—this means when you lift the beaters, the cream stands tall and rigid. Be gentle as you fold this whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining that beautiful lightness.
  4. Layer like a pro: Spoon half of the cream cheese mixture onto the crust, spreading smoothly. Add half of the halved cherries on top, placing them evenly for the best visual appeal. Repeat this layering with the remaining mixture and cherries.
  5. Chill: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes, allowing it to set properly. Patience is key here!
  6. Garnish and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the top with chocolate shavings or dust with cocoa powder. Let the final touch of chocolate beckon you—it’s the cherry on top of this divine creation.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: This cheesecake can chill overnight. Avoid overmixing the whipped cream and be sure to soften the cream cheese before mixing.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: cheesecake, no bake, black forest, dessert, chocolate, cherries, easy recipe

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