Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, where rich chocolate and fresh strawberries come together in a creamy, decadent dessert. This visually stunning cheesecake features a buttery graham cracker crust and delightful swirls that not only please the palate but also impress your guests. Perfect for celebrations or as an elegant treat, this cheesecake can be made ahead to make entertaining a breeze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and sour cream until fully combined.
- Add eggs one at a time while mixing at low speed until just incorporated.
- Divide the filling in half; stir cocoa powder into one half to create chocolate filling.
- Mash fresh strawberries into a puree in another bowl.
- Pour half of the plain cheesecake filling into the crust, followed by dollops of chocolate filling and strawberry puree. Gently swirl together with a knife. Repeat with remaining fillings.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow to cool before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg