Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a silicone muffin tray or line a traditional muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well mixed.
- Press about a tablespoon of this mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
Cherry Topping
- In a small saucepan, mix cherries, sugar, corn starch, and water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until it thickens. Let it cool.
Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Spoon cheesecake filling over the chocolate crust.
- Drop dollops of cooled cherry topping on top and swirl with a chopstick or toothpick.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the centers are set but slightly jiggly.
- Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours.
Ganache
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers.
- Pour over dark chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl and stir until smooth.
- Once cooled, drizzle ganache over chilled cheesecakes.
Serving
- Top with whipped cream, a square of chocolate, and a fresh cherry before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days or freeze for later use. Try using almond extract for a flavor twist or mix in other fruits.
