Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in a decadent Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust, smooth cream cheese filling swirled with luscious fresh strawberry puree. This elegant dessert combines the richness of dark chocolate and the freshness of strawberries for a perfect balance of flavor and texture, ideal for special occasions or a delightful treat anytime.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup melted dark chocolate
Strawberry Swirl
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
- Prepare Crust: In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes to set the crust.
- Make Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the sour cream followed by the melted dark chocolate until fully combined.
- Prepare Strawberry Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix the pureed strawberries with sugar and lemon juice until smooth to create the strawberry swirl mixture.
- Assemble Cheesecake: Pour the chocolate filling over the pre-baked crust. Spoon dollops of the strawberry puree on top and carefully swirl using a knife or skewer to create an attractive marbled effect.
- Bake Cheesecake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly when shaken gently, indicating it’s perfectly baked.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven with the door slightly open for about an hour to prevent cracking. Then refrigerate for at least four hours, or overnight, to fully set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor in the swirl.
- Do not overbake; slight jiggle in the center ensures a creamy texture.
- Let the cheesecake chill thoroughly to enhance flavor and firmness.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake.
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