Description
A decadent cheesecake combining creamy richness, sweet strawberry tang, and indulgent chocolate swirls, perfect for parties and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Lightly grease your springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Blend the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth. Cook the mixture in a saucepan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Let it cool.
- Heat the chocolate chips and heavy cream in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Blend in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling onto the crust. Drop spoonfuls of strawberry sauce and melted chocolate over the filling. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the sauces. Repeat with the remaining filling and swirls.
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake for 55-60 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center will still jiggle slightly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door cracked for 1 hour.
- Let the cheesecake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
Notes
Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Use a light hand when swirling for a beautiful marbled effect.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
Keywords: cheesecake, chocolate, strawberry, dessert, party recipe, easy baking