Black Forest Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs or crushed graham crackers
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Chocolate Layer:
6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
For the Cheesecake Filling:
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whipped cream
For the Cherry Topping:
1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
Optional Garnish:
Additional whipped cream
Chocolate shavings

Directions:

Prepare the Crust: Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill.
Melt the Chocolate: Melt dark chocolate until smooth; spread over the crust. Chill.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Fold in whipped cream.
Layer the Cheesecake: Spread half the filling over the chocolate. Top with half the cherry pie filling. Repeat layers.
Chill and Set: Refrigerate overnight.
Garnish and Serve: Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.

Prep Time: 30 mins | Cook Time: 0 mins | Chill Time: 8 hours | Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins | Servings: 12