Description
A rich and creamy marble swirl cheesecake with a delightful chocolate and vanilla flavor combination.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and incorporate well.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream until fully blended.
- Divide the mixture in half. Stir melted chocolate into one half.
- Pour half of the vanilla mixture into the crust. Add dollops of chocolate mixture, then top with remaining vanilla mixture.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the mixtures together for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer cheesecake, bake longer.
- You can use a water bath to prevent cracking.
- Experiment with flavored extracts for variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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