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No Bake Black Forest Cheesecake

This no bake Black Forest Cheesecake recipe is so creamy and rich, it's the perfect treat for any occasion! The no bake chocolate cheesecake sits on an Oreo crust and is topped with cherry pie filling and whipped cream. Sure to be a hit with friends and family!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword black forest cheesecake, black forest cheesecake recipe, no bake black forest cheesecake
Prep Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings 10
Calories 611kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

Oreo Crust

  • 32 Oreos the whole cookie, filling included
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter melted

Chocolate Cheesecake

  • 16 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 8 ounces whipped topping thawed

Toppings

  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling

Optional Garnish

  • chocolate shavings

Instructions

  • Lightly spray a 9 inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.

OREO Crust

  • Place OREOS in a food processor and pulse until only small crumbs remain. (Can also place in a large ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin.)
    32 Oreos
  • Add in the melted butter and pulse together until fully incorporated. Mixture should look like wet sand.
    4 tablespoons salted butter
  • Evenly press the crust mixture into the prepared springform pan. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer while you prepare the filling.

Cheesecake Filling

  • Combine cream cheese, granulated sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl. Using a hand or stand mixer, beat together for 3 to 5 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
    16 ounces cream cheese, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Add in the sour cream and beat until thoroughly combined.
    1 cup sour cream
  • Gently fold in the one cup of cherry pie filling being careful not to crush the cherries and then fold in the whipped topping.
    1 cup cherry pie filling, 8 ounces whipped topping
  • Transfer the filing to the frozen crust and spread evenly. Cover again with plastic and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours (overnight preferred).

Serving Day

  • Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag and pipe large swirls on the edge of the cheesecake.
    1 cup whipped cream
  • Spoon the cherry pie filling to the middle of the cheesecake and gently spread towards the whipped cream.
    1 cup cherry pie filling
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings, cut into slices and serve.
    chocolate shavings

Notes

Storage Information
  • Make Ahead: This cheesecake can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge covered with plastic wrap until ready to serve. Wait to add the toppings until ready to serve.
  • Storing Leftovers: Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the cheesecake (without toppings) for up to 3 months wrapped in plastic wrap and foil, placed in an airtight container or freezer safe ziploc bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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Nutrition

Calories: 611kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 1048IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 5mg
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