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A slice of luscious chocolate swirl cheesecake rests on a plate, with a fork poised beside it.
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Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

Melted chocolate is swirled into a luxurious vanilla cheesecake filling to make this exquisite dessert that also boasts a sweet honey graham crust.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Chilling Time8 hours
Total Time9 hours 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheesecake
Servings: 10

Ingredients

For the Crust:

For the Cheesecake Filling:

For the Chocolate Swirl:

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil or use a baking bag to ensure water doesn’t enter.

Make the Crust:

  • Put the graham crackers and sugar in a food processor and process until finely crushed.
  • Add the butter and pulse until it’s like wet sand.
  • Press this mixture into the bottom and a little way up the sides of the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and dry to the touch.
  • Allow the crust to cool while making the cheesecake filling.

Make the Filling:

  • Beat the cream cheese and sugar in a mixing bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, until smooth.
  • Add the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract, then mix on low, until just combined.
  • Briefly beat the eggs in a small mixing bowl until just combined.
  • With the mixer on low, add the eggs gradually into the cheesecake filling until just combined. Use a spatula to scrape the mixture off the sides and bottom of the bowl too.

Make the Chocolate Swirl:

  • Microwave the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a bowl for 30 seconds and stir.
  • Repeat another few times until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
  • Pour half of the cheesecake batter into the crust and spoon about half the chocolate in dollops on top.
  • Swirl the chocolate with a chopstick, skewer or knife into your desired design.
  • Scoop in the rest of the cheesecake filling and gently tap the baking pan several times on the counter to get rid of any air bubbles.
  • Now dollop the rest of the chocolate mixture on the top and swirl the second layer of chocolate into the cheesecake.
  • Put the cheesecake into a large roasting pan lined with a lint-free towel to hold it in place.

Bake the Cheesecake:

  • Slide the pan into the oven and pour boiling water along the outside of the springform pan until the roasting pan is half-filled with water.
  • Tent foil over the top of the pan to avoid a browned top.
  • Bake for 75 to 85 minutes or until the edges of the cheesecake are set but the center still jiggles a little. The center of the cheesecake should read 150°F when checked a digital thermometer.
  • Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool with the oven door cracked open for an hour.
  • Take the cheesecake out the water bath and cool it to room temperature, about 1 hour more.
  • Use plastic wrap to wrap the cheesecake well and chill it overnight.
  • Discard the plastic wrap and slice and serve the cheesecake.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients: Ensure all the chilled ingredients are at room temperature (this can take 45 minutes) to ensure the cheesecake is lump-free and smooth.
No over-beating: A mixing technique is better for a baked cheesecake batter than a beating technique. Don't beat it on a high speed and don't stir too much. This helps ensure it comes out airy and light and not dense.
Slowly melt the chocolate: If you melt it for too long without giving it a stir, the chocolate will seize and the cream will scald, so stir it every 30 seconds during the microwaving time.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 337mg | Potassium: 342mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 1572IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 3mg

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