Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreo or chocolate graham crackers)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 oz semisweet or dark chocolate (melted)
For the Strawberry Swirl:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
For Garnishing (Optional):
- Fresh strawberries
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Step 2: Make the Strawberry Swirl
- In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water over medium heat.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens.
- Blend the mixture with an immersion blender or food processor until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Set aside to cool.
Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour in melted chocolate and mix until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour the chocolate cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle spoonfuls of strawberry puree over the top.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the strawberry sauce into the batter.
Step 5: Bake the Cheesecake
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door slightly. Let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooling Time: 4-6 hours (or overnight)
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 29g
- Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 7g