Description
This Chocolate Cherry No-Bake Cheesecake is a luscious and easy-to-make dessert featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust, creamy chocolate-infused cheesecake filling, and a sweet cherry topping. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion, it requires no baking and can be prepared ahead to chill and set beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
Topping
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- Chocolate shavings or extra cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even crust layer. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you make the filling.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy using a mixer. Gradually fold in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated, then gently fold in the whipped topping or whipped cream to maintain a light texture.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Spread the prepared filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the surface with a spatula. Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the cheesecake layer to create a vibrant topping.
- Chill and set: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, allowing the cheesecake to set firmly. For best results and a firmer texture, chill overnight.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish the cheesecake with chocolate shavings or extra cherries for an elegant touch. Slice and enjoy your no-bake chocolate cherry cheesecake!
Notes
- For a firmer texture, chill the cheesecake overnight instead of just 4 hours.
- You can substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet chocolate for a richer chocolate flavor.
- Swap cherry pie filling with raspberry or strawberry pie filling for a different fruit variation.
