Description
A luscious Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake that perfectly blends creamy chocolate cheesecake with bright strawberry puree, creating a stunning marbled effect and an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
- Graham Cracker Crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Unsalted Butter (melted): ¼ cup
- Cream Cheese: 24 oz (softened)
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Sour Cream: ¾ cup
- Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
- Eggs: 3 large
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (melted): 1 cup
- Fresh Strawberries (pureed): 1 ½ cups
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Melt the chocolate and set aside. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs one at a time until fully combined.
- Assemble the Dish: Divide the batter in half. Stir melted chocolate into one half. Spread half the plain batter over the crust, then spoon dollops of chocolate and strawberry puree alternately on top. Swirl gently with a skewer.
- Cook to Perfection: Place the pan in a water bath and bake for about 60 minutes or until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
- Finishing Touches: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve chilled with fresh strawberry slices and a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Cool the cheesecake slowly to prevent cracks.
- For extra shine, brush the top with a warm strawberry glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 115mg