Description

Indulge in the decadent combination of rich chocolate and sweet strawberries with this Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake. Creamy and luscious, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crust:

1½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled slightly

Topping:

1½ cups fresh strawberries, halved
½ cup strawberry jam, warmed
Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: to 325°F (160°C).
Prepare the crust: Combine cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla. Mix in eggs, sour cream, and melted chocolate. Pour over crust.
Bake: for 55–60 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Top and serve: Add halved strawberries on top. Brush with warm jam and garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
Chill the cheesecake overnight before serving.
Try raspberry jam and berries for a different flavor twist.