Exquisite Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Layer Cake – A Dreamy Fusion of Cream, Fruit, and Chocolate Delight! 🍰🍓🍫
📋 Ingredients
● For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
● For the Cheesecake Layer:
4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
● For the Chocolate Whipped Cream:
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chocolate chips
● For Garnish:
Fresh strawberries
Extra melted chocolate for drizzling
📝 Instructions
1: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2: 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.
3: 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 each time, then stir in the sour cream and pureed strawberries for a luscious fruity twist.
4: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan and bake for about an hour until the center is set yet gently jiggly.
5: Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to deepen the flavors.
6: Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth, and let cool slightly.
7: Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and gently fold in the melted chocolate to create the divine chocolate whipped cream.
8: Spread the chocolate whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake layer, then top with fresh strawberries and drizzle extra melted chocolate over everything for that irresistible finish.