Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of chocolate and strawberries with this rich and creamy Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake. A luscious dessert that combines the sweetness of strawberries with a velvety chocolate filling, all nestled on a buttery chocolate cookie crust. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a luxurious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, finely crushed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened (3 packages, 8 oz each)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 3 large eggs
For Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam, warmed
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the crust: Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and melted chocolate. Mix well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
- Bake: Pour filling over crust. Bake for 55–65 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Finish: Top with sliced strawberries, warmed jam, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- To prevent cracks, use a water bath while baking or place a pan of hot water in the oven.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate or add cocoa powder to the filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
