Description
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate and fresh strawberries in a creamy cheesecake, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (150 g) chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) strawberry puree
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
- Fresh strawberries (optional)
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine strawberry puree and sugar, stirring until dissolved.
- Pour half of the chocolate cheesecake filling over the crust, drizzle half of the strawberry puree over it, and create a swirl pattern with a knife. Repeat with the remaining filling and puree.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just set. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with fresh strawberries and chocolate shavings if desired. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Serve the cheesecake chilled for the best taste. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, chocolate, strawberry, celebration
