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chocolate strawberry swirl cheesecake recipe

Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Indulge in the ultimate Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake that combines rich chocolate, tangy strawberries, and creamy cheesecake in a visually stunning dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Oreos work great!
  • ¼ cup melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup heavy cream
For the Strawberry Swirl
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, blended into a purée
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
For the Chocolate Swirl
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  5. In a saucepan, combine strawberry purée, sugar, and cornstarch.
  6. Stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly.
  7. Let it cool before using.
Making the Filling
  1. Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
  3. Stir in vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until well combined.
Assembly
  1. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust.
  2. Drizzle strawberry sauce and melted chocolate over the batter.
  3. Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl them together for a marbled effect.
  4. Repeat with the remaining batter and toppings.
Baking
  1. Place the cheesecake in a water bath (wrap the pan in foil and set it in a larger pan filled with hot water).
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
  3. Turn off the oven and let it cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
  2. Top with fresh cheesecake strawberries and a drizzle of chocolate before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and avoid overmixing to prevent cracks during baking.