Description
A rich cheesecake that combines smooth chocolate and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree (blended fresh strawberries)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press into a springform pan and chill in the refrigerator.
- Make the Strawberry Swirl: In a saucepan, heat strawberry puree with sugar, stir in cornstarch mixture, and simmer until thickened. Let cool.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Mix in vanilla, sour cream, and melted chocolate.
- Assemble: Pour cheesecake filling over chilled crust. Drop spoonfuls of cooled strawberry sauce on top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool & Chill: Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with fresh strawberries or chocolate sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container; keeps well for 3-5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate, strawberry, dessert, baking, indulgent