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.
⏱ Prep Time
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Prep: 25 minutes
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Bake: 55–65 minutes
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Chill: 4–6 hours
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Total: ~7 hours
🍰 Servings
10–12 slices
🍳 Equipment
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9-inch springform pan
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Electric mixer
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Mixing bowls
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Rubber spatula
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Baking tray (for water bath)
🥘 Ingredients
Chocolate Crust
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2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreos or chocolate biscuits)
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½ cup melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
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16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup melted semi-sweet chocolate (cooled)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp cocoa powder
Strawberry Topping
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2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
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¼ cup sugar
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
📝 Ingredient Notes
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Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth cheesecake.
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Melt chocolate gently and let it cool before mixing.
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Fresh strawberries give the best flavor, but frozen can be used for sauce.
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Crust
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
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Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter.
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Press firmly into the bottom of the springform pan.
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Bake for 10 minutes and cool.
2️⃣ Make the Cheesecake Filling
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Beat cream cheese until smooth.
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Add sugar and mix until creamy.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly.
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Mix in sour cream, vanilla, cocoa powder, and melted chocolate.
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Pour batter over crust and smooth the top.
3️⃣ Bake
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Place pan in a water bath (optional but recommended).
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Bake for 55–65 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
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Turn off oven and crack the door open for 1 hour.
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Chill in fridge for 4–6 hours or overnight.
4️⃣ Strawberry Topping
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Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice on medium heat.
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Add cornstarch slurry and cook until thick.
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Cool and spread over chilled cheesecake.
🧾 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx.)
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Calories: 480
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Fat: 32g
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Carbohydrates: 42g
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Protein: 8g
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Sugar: 32g
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Add chocolate ganache on top for extra luxury.
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Make mini cheesecakes in muffin tins for portion control.
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Use strawberry jam for a quick topping.
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