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Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Heavenly Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

Delight in the rich flavors of Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, a crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese bring to room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 3 large Eggs large eggs work best
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a lighter substitute
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened for optimal taste
For the Strawberry Swirl
  • 1 cup Strawberries fresh fruit for the swirl
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
For the Crust
  • 1 pack Graham Cracker Crust use gluten-free if needed

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • knife or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), prepare the springform pan.
  2. Prepare the strawberry swirl by mixing fresh strawberry puree, sugar, and lemon juice.
  3. Mix the cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese, then adding sugar, eggs, sour cream, and cocoa powder.
  4. Pour half of the cheesecake filling into the crust, swirl in the strawberry mixture and add the rest of the cheesecake filling.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  6. Cool in the oven for 1 hour with the door ajar.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Serve and optionally garnish with additional strawberry puree or fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overbaking to prevent cracks. Chill overnight for enhanced flavors.

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