Description
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich chocolate and luscious strawberry with this Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake. Creamy and marbled, it’s a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as gluten-free chocolate wafers or Oreos without filling)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup strawberry preserves or strawberry puree
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix chocolate cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Pour half of the batter over the crust.
- Create the Swirl: Drizzle melted chocolate and strawberry preserves over the batter, swirling gently. Repeat with remaining batter, chocolate, and preserves.
- Bake: Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool in the oven before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh strawberries before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For clean slices, run a sharp knife under hot water between cuts.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
