Almond and Black Cherry Cheesecake Hearts
- Energy Kcal 296
- Carbohydrates g 21.8
- of which sugars g 16.4
- Protein g 4.1
- Fats g 21.4
- of which saturated fat g 10.64
- Fiber g 1.2
- Cholesterol mg 59
- Sodium mg 96
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 30 min
- Serving: 10
- Cost: Average
- Note plus the chilling time in the refrigerator (about 4 hours)
PRESENTATION
Cheesecake hearts bring a little fun and a whole lot of charm to the dessert table, especially when they’re all lined up, each with its own golden almond edge and a glossy, ruby-red spot of sour cherries on top. These little cheesecake hearts—you’ll love them—make any spread look extra special. People notice that heart shape, and you know, it just feels a bit more personal.
What really makes this almond cheesecake stand out is the use of almond milk, giving everything a light, nutty kick—without being too heavy. Seriously good. Instead of being overly sweet, the flavor sits right in that sweet spot, balanced by those bright, tangy cherries. Plus, the almond slices along the edge don’t just look nice—they add a crispy bite that goes so well with the tender filling and the little bit of syrup pooling in the middle. It’s the kind of dessert where, honestly, you almost want to admire it before digging in because it’s so nicely put together.
And look, when you’re hosting a gathering and want to impress, these sour cherry cheesecake hearts always seem to get people excited. The contrast of the moist, creamy inside and the crunch of those toasted almonds around the outside makes every bite interesting. Folks who like sour cherry recipes or anything with that cherry almond flavor will probably go back for seconds. And here's the thing: since each piece is its own mini dessert, you don’t have to worry about slicing or serving, which is great.
Presentation is a big deal here—arranging the hearts on a tray, letting the tangy cherry syrup drip just a bit, creates that look where people start snapping photos before even tasting. These heart-shaped desserts are perfect for Valentine’s Day—or whenever you want a dessert that feels a little fancy but still super approachable. With such a simple idea—almond milk, sour cherries, almond slices, and that classic cheesecake base—you end up with something that’s both pretty and really tasty every single time. So... Whether it is a romantic evening or a casual get-together, these almond and cherry-infused delights are sure to be a hit, for real!
INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for the base of 10 heart-shaped cheesecakes
- Cookies 3.5 oz (100 g)
- Amaretti cookies 3.5 oz (100 g)
- Butter ½ cup (100 g)
- For the filling
- Cream cheese 7 oz (200 g)
- Fresh liquid cream ½ cup (120 g)
- Sugar 4 ¾ tbsp (60 g)
- Almond milk 2 tbsp (30 g)
- Gelatin in sheets 0.3 oz (10 g)
- For decoration
- Almond slices ½ cup (50 g)
- Amarena cherry 30
How to prepare Almond and Black Cherry Cheesecake Hearts
To make the almond and black cherry cheesecakes, first prepare the base: blend the cookies together with the amaretti in a food processor with blades 1, place the mixture in a bowl and add the melted butter 2, stir with a spoon to blend everything well 3.
Spread the obtained mixture in heart-shaped molds sized 3.5x3.5x1 inch, press well to compact 4 place the molds on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Now move on to preparing the cream: soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 10 minutes 5. Once softened, squeeze them well and dissolve them in 0.7 oz of warm cream 6.
In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with the sugar and almond milk 7 and add the dissolved gelatin in the cream 8. In another bowl, whip the remaining 3.5 oz of cream 9
and gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture 10. Fill the molds to the brim, leveling the surface well 11. Let rest in the refrigerator for 4 hours. Once the hearts are firm, gently unmold them 12
and garnish by arranging the sliced almonds along the edges 13 and placing the halved black cherries in the center (alternatively, you can use cherries) 14. Here, your beautiful and delicious almond and black cherry cheesecake hearts are ready to be devoured!