Cherry Pie-Filled Cheesecake
Sometimes, you just can’t choose between two desserts. And after all, why should you have to? That’s why this cherry pie-filled cheesecake is a total gem. On the outside, it’s a rich and decadent cheesecake, but take a bite and you’ll discover it’s filled with sweet, jammy cherry pie filling. It’s a can’t-beat recipe for your summer barbecue or pot-luck dinner.
Total Time
5 hr 38 min
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
8 minutes
Ingredients
for 8 servings
Cherry Pie Filling
- 1 cup sugar(200 g)
- ¼ cup cornstarch(30 g)
- ⅓ cup water(80 mL)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 40 oz canned cherry(1.1 kg), drained
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Cheesecake
- 25 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 40 oz cream cheese(1.1 kg)
- 2 cups sugar(400 g)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream(240 mL)
- fresh berry, for decoration