Chocolate Strawberry Layer Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 -
1/4 cup sugar
03 -
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Layer
04 -
32 oz cream cheese, softened
05 -
1 cup sugar
06 -
1 tsp vanilla extract
07 -
4 large eggs
08 -
1 cup sour cream
09 -
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
→ Chocolate Whipped Cream
10 -
1 cup heavy cream
11 -
1 cup chocolate chips
→ Garnish
12 -
Fresh strawberries
13 -
Extra melted chocolate for drizzling
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter; press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form a solid base.
02 -
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one by one, mixing gently after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and pureed strawberries for a fruity twist.
03 -
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan and bake for about an hour, until the center is set yet slightly jiggly. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight to deepen the flavors.
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Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth, and let cool slightly. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold in the melted chocolate to create the chocolate whipped cream.
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Spread the chocolate whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake layer. Top with fresh strawberries and drizzle extra melted chocolate over everything before serving.