Decadent Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cheesecake
A creamy cheesecake topped with chocolate-covered strawberries, combining sweet, tart, and rich flavors in an easy homemade dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and dried thoroughly
- 8 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips or bars, chopped
- Optional: 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Pour filling over cooled crust, smoothing the top. Bake on middle rack for 45-50 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly ajar for 15 minutes.
- Remove cheesecake from oven and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Melt chocolate (and oil if using) in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip dry strawberries halfway into melted chocolate, let excess drip off, and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 15-20 minutes until chocolate hardens.
- Arrange chocolate-covered strawberries evenly on top of chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Ensure strawberries are completely dry before dipping in chocolate to prevent seizing. Avoid overmixing cream cheese to keep filling airy. Use a water bath for baking to prevent cracks. Chill cheesecake overnight for best texture. Use a warm knife to cut clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of che
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 25
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Protein: 5
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