Description
Luxurious chocolate strawberry swirl cheesecake marries rich cocoa with sweet berries in a silky smooth dessert. Creamy layers and swirled patterns promise a delightful experience that will satisfy sweet cravings and impress guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping and Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Instructions
- Prepare the springform pan by lightly greasing it and preheat the oven to 325F (165C), ensuring optimal baking conditions.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom of the pan to create a solid, uniform crust.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency, incorporating sour cream gradually.
- Introduce eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a smooth texture, then fold in vanilla extract and melted semisweet chocolate until fully integrated.
- Carefully transfer the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust, distributing it evenly across the surface.
- Gently heat strawberry preserves in the microwave, stirring in sugar until completely dissolved, creating a vibrant strawberry mixture.
- Delicately drop spoonfuls of the strawberry mixture onto the cheesecake batter, using a knife to create elegant swirl patterns throughout the surface.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a set center, then turn off the oven and allow the cheesecake to rest inside with the door slightly ajar for one hour.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing, preventing cracks in the cheesecake.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberry preserves for a vibrant, natural swirl that enhances the overall flavor profile.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to prevent sudden temperature changes that can cause surface cracking.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Prep Time: Approximately 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 50–60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg