Description
Sinful Double Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Delight seamlessly blends rich chocolate layers with luscious strawberry swirls. Chocolate lovers will savor each creamy, indulgent bite of this irresistible dessert that promises pure gastronomic bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) cocoa powder
- 1 cup (120 grams) chocolate cookie crumbs
Liquid and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the foundation by crushing chocolate cookies and blending with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325F for 10 minutes, creating a crisp chocolate base.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and sugar until velvety smooth. Gradually incorporate sour cream, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder, ensuring a uniform consistency.
- Add eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a silky texture. Gently fold chopped strawberries into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Transfer the cheesecake mixture onto the pre-baked crust, smoothing the top with a spatula to eliminate air pockets and create a level surface.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes. The center should appear slightly jiggly but set around the edges, indicating proper doneness.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and allow the cheesecake to cool gradually within the warm environment for approximately 1 hour, preventing potential cracking.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for 4-6 hours or preferably overnight to achieve optimal firmness and flavor development.
- Create a luxurious chocolate ganache by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream, stirring until glossy and smooth.
- Drizzle the ganache over the chilled cheesecake, allowing it to cascade elegantly down the sides. Garnish with fresh, vibrant strawberries for a stunning presentation.
Notes
- Prevent cracks by using room temperature ingredients and avoiding overmixing the cheesecake batter.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to ensure even baking and a smooth texture.
- For a gluten-free version, swap chocolate cookie crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Enhance flavor by macerating strawberries with a touch of sugar and balsamic vinegar before folding into the cheesecake mixture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 189 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg