Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

This Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and indulgent with a crunchy chocolate crust and fresh strawberry topping. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or a bakery-style dessert at home.

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⏱ Prep Time

• Prep: 25 minutes

• Bake: 55–65 minutes

• Chill: 4–6 hours

• Total: ~7 hours

🍰 Servings

10–12 slices

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🍳 Equipment

• 9-inch springform pan

• Electric mixer

• Mixing bowls

• Rubber spatula

• Baking tray (for water bath)

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🥘 Ingredients

Chocolate Crust

• 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos or chocolate biscuits)

• ½ cup melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

• 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 cup melted semi-sweet chocolate (cooled)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp cocoa powder

Strawberry Topping

• 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)

• ¼ cup sugar

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

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📝 Ingredient Notes

• Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth cheesecake.

• Melt chocolate gently and let it cool before mixing.

• Fresh strawberries give the best flavor, but frozen can be used for sauce.

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Crust

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter.

3. Press firmly into the bottom of the springform pan.

4. Bake for 10 minutes and cool.

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2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add sugar and mix until creamy.

3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly.

4. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, cocoa powder, and melted chocolate.

5. Pour batter over crust and smooth the top.

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3️⃣ Bake

1. Place pan in a water bath (optional but recommended).

2. Bake for 55–65 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.

3. Turn off oven and crack the door open for 1 hour.

4. Chill in fridge for 4–6 hours or overnight.

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4️⃣ Strawberry Topping

1. Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice on medium heat.

2. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thick.

3. Cool and spread over chilled cheesecake.

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🧾 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx.)

• Calories: 480

• Fat: 32g

• Carbohydrates: 42g

• Protein: 8g

• Sugar: 32g

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⭐ Tips & Variations

• Add chocolate ganache on top for extra luxury.

• Make mini cheesecakes in muffin tins for portion control.

• Use strawberry jam for a quick topping.