Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich and velvety layers of this Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cheesecake. A luscious dark chocolate filling sits atop a buttery graham cracker crust, complemented by a tangy homemade blackberry sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious dessert treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 6 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), melted and slightly cooled
- For the Blackberry Sauce:
- 1½ cups fresh blackberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a bowl.
- Add melted butter and stir until crumbly.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sugar and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each.
- Fold in sour cream gently.
- Mix in melted dark chocolate until smooth.
- Pour filling over cooled crust evenly.
- Bake the Cheesecake:
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50–60 minutes until center is set but slightly wobbly.
- Turn off oven, crack door, cool cheesecake in oven for 1 hour.
- Chill in refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Blackberry Sauce:
- Combine blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium, stirring until berries break down and sauce thickens (10–15 minutes).
- Remove from heat and strain seeds if desired.
- Cool completely.
- Serve:
- Loosen cheesecake edges and remove springform sides.
- Drizzle blackberry sauce over cheesecake.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries and grated dark chocolate if you like.
Notes
- Ensure dark chocolate is slightly cooled before adding to prevent curdling.
- Blend blackberries before cooking for smoother sauce if preferred.
- Cheesecake can be made a day ahead for best flavor and texture.
