Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes
Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes – Extras
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How to Make Large Chocolate Curls
Watch this quick tutorial to learn how to make beautiful chocolate curls (no tempering required!).
Black Forest Mini Cheesecakes Video Tutorial
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FAQs
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1.) I don't usually purchase plain Greek yogurt. How can I use up the rest?
Plain Greek yogurt can be used in place of sour cream in almost any recipe. It has a similar tang and consistency. You can also toss the rest into your favorite smoothie recipe. 🙂
2.) Can I make part of this recipe in advance?
Yes! This recipe lends itself very well to a two-day preparation. Make the recipe through step 8 on the recipe card. The cheesecakes can be chilled overnight and up to 3 days before finishing the recipe. The chocolate curls can also be made in advance, placed in an airtight container, and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
3.) What should my whipped cream look like at stiff peaks?
When your whipped cream is nearing stiff peaks, your whisk attachment or beaters will leave clear circular tracks in the cream. Stop the mixer and lift up the attachment. If the cream holds its shape in a nice peak without drooping, it’s ready!
Use the picture below as a guide:
4.) Why do we press the cookie crust down with a spoon after it bakes?
The cookie crusts rise while baking. Pressing the crust down in the center while it is still warm helps collapse the crust so there is more room for the delicious cheesecake filling.
Best Practices
- How to soften cream cheese. An easy way to soften cream cheese is to take it out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature. If you need it softened more quickly, unwrap the cream cheese and discard the wrapper. Place it on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 15–20 seconds.