Description
These chocolate strawberry swirl cheesecake cups combine rich chocolate cheesecake with strawberries for a creamy, decadent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- FOR THE CRUST
- 6 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- FOR THE CHEESECAKE LAYER
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream, cold
- FOR THE STRAWBERRY SWIRL
- 1/4 cup strawberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch (for thicker coulis)
- FOR THE CHOCOLATE GANACHE
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- MAKE THE STRAWBERRY SWIRL: Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the berries break down. If using, stir in the cornstarch and simmer for 1 more minute. Blend the mixture until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let it cool to room temperature and transfer to a piping bag or small zip-top bag with the corner snipped.
- PREPARE THE CRUST: Crush the chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and rolling with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Divide the mixture evenly between two small serving glasses and press firmly into the base using the back of a spoon.
- MAKE THE CHEESECAKE FILLING: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and light. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake layer over the crust, leaving space at the top for ganache.
- ADD THE STRAWBERRY SWIRL: Pipe small dots or teardrop shapes of the cooled strawberry coulis on top of the cheesecake layer. Drag a toothpick or skewer through each dot to create heart shapes or swirl patterns. For hearts, drag through the center of each dot in one smooth motion. For a marbled look, swirl in circular or zig-zag motions. Clean any smudges on the glass edges and chill for 30 minutes to help the cheesecake set before topping.
- MAKE THE GANACHE AND FINISH: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan or in the microwave until steaming but not boiling. Pour over the chocolate chips and let sit for 1 minute. Stir until smooth and glossy. Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes until pourable but no longer hot. Pour a layer of ganache over the chilled cheesecake layer. Optional: add a few drops of strawberry coulis on top of the ganache and swirl with a toothpick for a layered swirl effect. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Perfect for Valentine’s Day dessert ideas.
- Each cup delivers the classic flavor of strawberry chocolate cheesecake.
- Impress guests with this festive dessert.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake, Valentine’s Day dessert, cheesecake cups, chocolate dessert