Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake topped with chocolate-covered strawberries, combining two classic desserts into one indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 12–15 fresh strawberries
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup sugar and vanilla, and mix until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add sour cream and heavy cream, and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set. Let cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Wash and dry strawberries. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip strawberries into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper to set.
- Once the cheesecake is chilled, arrange chocolate-covered strawberries on top before serving.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for best texture.
- You can drizzle additional chocolate over the top for extra flair.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg