This Cherry Chocolate Cheesecake is a creamy chocolate cheesecake with a chocolate crust and cherry topping and tastes just like a chocolate covered cherry!
In a large bowl using an electric hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the granulated sugar and beat until fully combined. Scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add the sour cream, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract and mix until it is smooth.
Add in the chocolate pudding powder and mix until fully incorporated.
Add in the cherry preserves and stir until combined.
Pour the cheesecake filling into the chocolate pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Allow the cheesecake to slowly cool in the oven for 1 hour (this will help it to not crack).
After cooling in the oven, remove the cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until it's well-chilled and set.
Once the cheesecake pie has fully chilled, spoon the cherry pie filling over the top.
Slice and serve! Keep refrigerated.
Notes
Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.