Perfect Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake
A decadent cheesecake featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and chocolate-covered strawberries for a stunning dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, washed and dried
- 8 oz dark chocolate, melted
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but the edges are set. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature before transferring it to the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
- Melt the dark chocolate with coconut oil (if using) in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals. Stir until smooth.
- Dip each strawberry halfway into the melted chocolate, then place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let the chocolate set completely.
- Arrange the chocolate-covered strawberries on top of the chilled cheesecake. Drizzle any leftover chocolate over the strawberries and cheesecake for a decorative touch.
- Slice and serve, enjoying every creamy, chocolatey bite!
Notes
[‘Make sure your cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream are at room temperature for a smooth filling.’, ‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid cracks in the cheesecake.’, ‘Bake the cheesecake in a water bath for an ultra-smooth texture.’, ‘Add coconut oil to melted chocolate for smoother consistency.’, ‘Cover any cracks with chocolate-covered strawberries for a flawless presentation.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 28
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Protein: 6
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