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.
Enjoy every decadent bite of this heavenly dessert!