Go Back
Delicious Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries.

Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

A delightful dessert combining rich cheesecake with luscious strawberries and decadent chocolate, perfect for special occasions.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 405
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Base
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Typical full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Regular granulated sugar works best; can use alternatives.
  • 3 pieces Eggs (room temperature) Helps combine ingredients better.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla recommended for best flavor.
Chocolate Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (unsweetened) Gives the perfect chocolate flavor.
Strawberry Swirl
  • 1 cup Strawberry Puree (fresh or frozen) Fresh for best flavor; blend until smooth.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh preferred; complements the strawberries.
Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crust Traditional or chocolate graham crackers can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Combine 1 cup of crushed graham crackers with 1/4 cup melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a solid crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
Mixing Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Blend in 3 room-temperature eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Add 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder into the cream cheese mixture and mix until completely incorporated.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of strawberry puree and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice gently, creating swirls without overmixing.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Bake for 55 minutes or until the center is just set. The edges should be firm, while the middle may have a slight jiggle.

Notes

Serve garnished with fresh strawberry slices and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; it can be frozen for up to 2 months.