Description
A rich, velvety dark chocolate cheesecake swirled with bright raspberry sauce. This luxurious yet simple dessert combines deep chocolate flavor with fruity freshness for a show-stopping treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
For the Cheesecake Filling
8 ounces dark chocolate (60–70%), chopped
3 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup sour cream
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
For the Raspberry Swirl
1 ½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Optional Toppings
Fresh raspberries
Dark chocolate shavings
Whipped cream
Instructions
Prepare the Raspberry Swirl
Add raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 6–7 minutes until the berries soften and release juices. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and cocoa powder. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes and set aside.
Melt the Dark Chocolate
Microwave chopped dark chocolate in 20–30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
Make the Cheesecake Batter
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until fluffy. Add sour cream, vanilla, and salt.
Beat in eggs one at a time on low speed.
Fold in melted dark chocolate until smooth.
Assemble the Cheesecake
Pour batter over the crust. Spoon raspberry sauce on top and swirl with a knife or skewer.
Bake
Place the pan inside a larger pan and add hot water to create a water bath.
Bake 55–65 minutes until the edges set and the center jiggles slightly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake rest inside for 1 hour with the door slightly open.
Chill and Serve
Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Top with raspberries, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream before serving.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks.
Ensure ingredients—especially cream cheese—are fully softened for a smooth texture.
Let the raspberry sauce cool completely before swirling to prevent sinking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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