Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake – A Valentine’s Day Treat You Can’t Resist
A velvety chocolate cheesecake with a bright strawberry swirl, graham cracker crust, and creamy texture. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion, this elegant yet easy dessert delights with a perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 60
- Total Time: 85
- Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate graham crackers)
1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
24 oz softened cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups strawberries (frozen or fresh), blended
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan using a glass to pack firmly
Prepare chocolate base: Beat cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and cocoa powder until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each
Bake crust 5-7 minutes, then pour chocolate mixture over crust and bake 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly wobbly
Let cool completely, then chill 4 hours or overnight
Make strawberry swirl: Blend strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and lemon juice
Spoon swirl halfway up the cooled cheesecake and chill 1 hour before serving
Notes
Use a springform pan with a non-stick surface for easy release
Chill thoroughly for best texture
Can be prepared 1 day in advance
For a non-dairy option, use vegan cream cheese and plant-based butter
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg