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Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

This Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake combines rich chocolate cheesecake with a strawberry swirl, creating an elegant dessert perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling & Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • small saucepan
  • large bowl
  • Blender

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 0.5 cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoon melted butter

For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate melted and slightly cooled

For the Strawberry Swirl

  • 0.75 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening

Instructions
 

Make the Crust

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
  • Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool.

Prepare the Strawberry Swirl

  • In a small saucepan, cook strawberries and sugar over medium heat until softened.
  • Blend into a puree. Return to the saucepan and stir in cornstarch if using.
  • Simmer for a few more minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.

Make the Filling

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add sour cream and vanilla. Mix well.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Stir in melted chocolate.

Assemble the Cheesecake

  • Pour chocolate filling over cooled crust.
  • Drop spoonfuls of strawberry puree on top.
  • Swirl gently with a skewer or knife for a marbled effect.

Bake

  • Reduce oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes, until center is slightly jiggly but edges are set.
  • Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool inside with the door cracked open for 1 hour.

Chill

  • Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Serve

  • Garnish with fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream if desired.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Notes

This dessert can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for entertaining.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Keyword cheesecake, Chocolate, Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, cream cheese, Dessert, Strawberry
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