Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake
Indulge in the velvety delight of Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake, where rich creaminess meets luscious chocolate swirls. This crowd-pleasing dessert transforms any gathering into a celebration, leaving everyone craving more. With its perfect balance of flavors and textures, every bite promises an unforgettable experience that satisfies your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fully combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl; stir in cocoa powder until smooth.
- Pour half of the cream cheese mixture onto the crust, dollop melted chocolate on top, then add remaining cream cheese mixture. Swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg