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Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake

February 8, 2016

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A brownie-bottomed cheesecake, swirled with cherry jam, and loaded with chocolate chips! This Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake is topped with cherry pie filling, whipped cream, and chocolate curls!

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I come back to my Brownie Cheesecake recipe again and again because that basic recipe has never failed me, no matter how I tweak it, and because it’s simply SO GOOD.

I’ve made plenty of brownie-bottom cheesecakes, aside from this Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake.

My basic brownie-bottom cheesecake recipe is a staple for me. It’s an entire pan of brownies as the crust – I’ve made it into a Mint Chocolate Chip Brownie Cheesecake, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Brownie Cheesecake, and Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Cheesecake. It’s such a versatile recipe, and a cheesecake with a brownie base is always a hit. The crust is almost an inch thick!

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A full, thick layer of fudgy, gooey brownies topped with a rich cheesecake.

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The latest version, this Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake, is no exception.

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I love that it looks fancy and elaborate, and it kinda is, but it’s easier to make than its appearance might suggest. Deceptive desserts are the best kind! Super easy, but you wouldn’t know to look at it.

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And the flavors, no one would argue that a Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake shouldn’t be a thing. Chocolate + cherry + cheesecake = yes.

A thick layer of rich, chewy, and chocolate-y brownie packed with melty chocolate chips, topped with a layer of creamy chocolate chip cheesecake, and swirled with a generous amount of cherry preserves.

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Baked to perfection, and then topped with cherry pie filling, chocolate curls, and whipped topping. Ahhhh, this Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake is a gem!

It’s decadent, romantic, and it looks like you slaved over it! Exactly what you want for celebrating Valentine’s Day!

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Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake

A brownie-bottomed cheesecake, swirled with cherry jam, and loaded with chocolate chips! This Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake is topped with cherry pie filling, whipped cream, and chocolate curls!

Course Dessert - cheesecake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Author Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl

Ingredients

For Brownie Layer:

  • 1 box brownie mix I love the Betty Crocker Original Supreme w/ Hershey's Syrup
  • 1/2 c. vegetable oil
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp. cherry extract optional
  • 1/2 c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

For Cheesecake Layer:

  • 2 - 8 oz. packages reduced-fat cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. almond extract
  • 1/2 c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 c. cherry preserves

For Topping:

  • 1 - 8 oz. container whipped topping thawed
  • 1 - 21 oz. can cherry pie filling
  • chocolate curls for garnish

Instructions

For Brownie Layer:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine brownie mix, oil, water, egg, and cherry extract.
  2. Fold in chocolate chips.
  3. Spread batter into the bottom of a well-greased 8-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted 2 inches from the side comes out with moist crumbs.
  5. Cool in pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare cheesecake layer.

For Cheesecake Layer:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, and beat until combined.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Beat in vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips.
  6. Pour batter evenly over brownie layer.
  7. In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat the cherry preserves for 45 seconds, or until thin and runny.
  8. Spoon over the cheesecake batter, swirling lightly with a knife.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges of cheesecake are golden brown and slightly puffy, and the center is still slightly jiggly.
  10. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Run a knife around the edge, and release the sides of the pan to remove cheesecake.

For Topping:

  1. Pipe or spoon a border of whipped topping around the edge of the cheesecake.
  2. Spoon the cherry pie filling into the center of the cheesecake.
  3. Sprinkle with chocolate curls. Cut and serve.

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Filed Under: Brownies & Bars, Cheesecakes, Recipes, Valentine's Day 28 Comments

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  1. Christine @ A Sprinkle of This and That says

    February 16, 2016 at 6:26 am

    Amazing Sarah! I am drooling! Thanks so much for sharing at Oh My Heartsie Girls Wordless Wednesdays!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:55 pm

      Thanks for the party!

      Reply
  2. Karren Haller says

    February 16, 2016 at 8:57 am

    4 stars
    Goodness the cherries are making my drool 🙂

    Thanks for sharing on Oh my Heartsie Girls WW
    Pinned and Tweeted from #OMHGWW
    Karren
    Oh My Heartsie Girl

    Reply
  3. Crystal says

    February 17, 2016 at 12:04 pm

    Two of my favorite things: brownies and cheesecake! This looks amazing!!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      I know, right?? Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Audrey says

    February 17, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    Brownies, cheesecake, cherries and MORE chocolate?! Oh my! Just pass me the fork already. Thanks for sharing on the Creative K Kids Tasty Tuesdays Linky Party. I hope you will join us again next week.

    Reply
  5. Lori Schumaker says

    February 17, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    This looks absolutely wonderful! It reminds me of a black forest chocolate cake my mom always made for our birthdays! I pinned this one!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      Awesome!! Thank you!

      Reply
  6. The Summer Kitchen Gilrs says

    February 18, 2016 at 8:51 am

    oh does this look heavenly! I’m printing it out now as I write…Karrie’s the cheesecake maker in the family and I will make her make it this weekend lol!!!! Thanks for the recipe!
    Karla & Karrie

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      Haha! Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  7. Beverly says

    February 18, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    This looks incredible. Wow Pinning this.
    Bev

    Reply
  8. Ruth Anne says

    February 19, 2016 at 8:46 am

    I found your Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake on Craft Frenzy Friday. Just printed out the recipe and plan on making a lovely weekend dessert! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      Oh great! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  9. Amy says

    February 19, 2016 at 9:39 am

    5 stars
    Oh. My. Goodness. This looks amazing!! My hubby has a weakness for cheesecake… and this would definitely make him happy. I’ve got to check out the Mint Chocolate Chip version also!!

    Thank you so much for sharing this!! I’m definitely pinning this to make very soon!!

    *Hugs*

    Reply
  10. Carlee says

    February 19, 2016 at 10:47 am

    How delicious does that look? Black Forest is always one of my dad’s favorite flavor combos, so I’ll have to make one of these for him (and of course eat some myself!) Thanks for stopping by Throwback Thursday, we are so glad you partied with us!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 19, 2016 at 5:53 pm

      Thank you so much for the party!

      Reply
  11. Jamie says

    February 19, 2016 at 6:27 pm

    5 stars
    Definitely pinning this to try! I can already see my husband drooling for it! ha/ha Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
  12. Celeste | The Whole Serving.com says

    February 20, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    Oh how I wish I had a slice of this right now. So delicious!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      February 21, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  13. Heather @MySweetMission.net says

    February 21, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you Sarah for linking up this delicious Black Forest Brownie Cheesecake at the Creative Muster Party! It looks absolutely amazing and your pictures are fantastic too! We hope you’ll stop by Tuesday night at 6 pm EST to party with us again. Your post is one of my #FavoritePosts this week, so it’s been shared on Instagram @MySweetMission. 🙂 ~Heather

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      March 1, 2016 at 6:49 pm

      Thanks so much, Heather! That’s such wonderful news!

      Reply
  14. Frugal Hausfrau says

    February 23, 2016 at 12:43 am

    I have been thinking about Cherries, probably because of Presidents Day, and here they are! This is one looker of a dessert! I wouldn’t say no to a slice, or two!! Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Throwback Thursday!

    Mollie

    Reply
  15. Debra @ Bowl Me Over says

    February 25, 2016 at 12:47 pm

    Looks absolutely amazingly decadent….somebody hand me a spoon!!! 😀

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      March 1, 2016 at 6:44 pm

      Haha!! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Jess says

    February 26, 2016 at 7:16 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness this looks divine, I am totally pinning! Have a great day 🙂 xo

    Reply

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