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Chocolate strawberry swirl cheesecake with glossy ganache, fresh strawberries, and chocolate curls on a white cake stand.

Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Amelia
This Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake combines rich, creamy chocolate cheesecake with a bright strawberry swirl and a chocolate cookie crust. It’s an elegant, make-ahead dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for holidays, birthdays, or whenever you want to impress.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling & Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • ½ cups crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 5 tbsp melted butter

For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate melted and slightly cooled

For the Strawberry Swirl:

  • ¾ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar optional
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thickening

Instructions
 

Make the Crust:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Mix crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
  • Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool.

Prepare the Strawberry Swirl:

  • In a small saucepan, cook strawberries and sugar over medium heat until softened.
  • Blend into a puree. Return to the saucepan and stir in cornstarch if using.
  • Simmer for a few more minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.

Make the Filling:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add sour cream and vanilla. Mix well.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Stir in melted chocolate.

Assemble the Cheesecake:

  • Pour chocolate filling over cooled crust.
  • Drop spoonfuls of strawberry puree on top.
  • Swirl gently with a skewer or knife for a marbled effect.

Bake:

  • Reduce oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Bake for 55–65 minutes, until center is slightly jiggly but edges are set.
  • Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool inside with the door cracked open for 1 hour.

Chill:

  • Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh strawberries, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream if desired.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Keyword Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
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