Description
Indulge in the heavenly combination of rich chocolate and fresh strawberries with this Chocolate and Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake. This delightful dessert features a creamy cheesecake base swirled with luscious chocolate and vibrant strawberry puree, creating a stunning visual and flavor experience. Perfect for any occasion, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
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
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
- Divide the mixture; add cocoa powder to one half for the chocolate layer.
- Puree fresh strawberries until smooth.
- Pour half of the plain cheesecake mixture into the crust. Spoon chocolate batter and strawberry puree on top; repeat layering. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for easier blending. - If desired, use frozen strawberries after thawing and draining excess liquid. - For added flavor, consider mixing in a tablespoon of lemon juice into the strawberry puree.