Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, a dessert that beautifully combines the decadence of chocolate with the freshness of strawberries. This marbled cheesecake not only impresses with its stunning presentation but also delivers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to intimate family gatherings, this cheesecake is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for strawberry swirl)
- 1 cup melted dark chocolate, cooled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes; allow cooling.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar gradually, mixing well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and sour cream.
- Fold in cooled melted dark chocolate.
- In another bowl, mix pureed strawberries with additional sugar and lemon juice.
- Pour chocolate filling over the cooled crust; dollop strawberry puree on top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set; cool in the oven with the door ajar.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg