Instructions
- 1
Make Oreo crust: press crumbs and butter into springform. Freeze 15 minutes.
- 2
Cook 100g berries with 2 tablespoons sugar until jammy. Strain to remove seeds. Cool.
- 3
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar. Add eggs one at a time.
- 4
Fold in heavy cream and vanilla.
- 5
Pour half the filling over crust. Dollop berry puree and swirl. Add remaining filling.
- 6
Bake in water bath at 300°F for 65-70 minutes. Cool overnight.
- 7
Make topping: simmer cherries and blackberries with sugar and water 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
- 8
Glaze fruit with warmed cherry jam. Pile high over chilled cheesecake for dramatic effect.
Baker's Tip
The Oreo crust must be frozen before adding filling — this prevents crumbs from rising into the batter and keeps the dark crust clean and distinct against the white filling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use morello cherries in a jar instead of fresh?
Yes — morello cherries in syrup work beautifully. Drain thoroughly and reduce the syrup separately until thick and glossy. Use it as the glaze instead of cherry jam. The intensity of morello cherries is actually superior to fresh sweet cherries for this recipe.
Why lower temperature (300°F) for this recipe?
The Oreo crust burns easily at higher temperatures. 300°F with a water bath gives a slower, gentler bake that keeps the crust from over-browning while still setting the cream cheese filling perfectly.
How do I create a clean berry swirl?
Drop small spoonfuls of berry puree on top of the first half of the filling, then use a skewer or toothpick to drag through in slow figure-eight patterns. Less is more — over-swirling muddies the colors.
Can I freeze this cheesecake?
Freeze the plain baked cheesecake without the fruit topping for up to 2 months. Wrap tightly in plastic then foil. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then add fresh cherry and blackberry topping before serving.
About This Recipe
A dramatic dark-toned cheesecake with an Oreo crust, vanilla cream filling marbled with berry compote, and a glossy black cherry sauce on top. Topped with fresh cherries and blackberries — as stunning as it is delicious.
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