Description
Creamy chocolate dipped strawberry cheesecake blends rich Italian cream cheese with sweet French chocolate. Dessert lovers will savor silky layers and fresh seasonal strawberries in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cheesecake Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 18 fresh strawberries, rinsed and patted dry
- 8 ounces (226 grams) 56% dark chocolate, melted
Crust Ingredients:
- 1.75 cups (220 grams) ground graham crackers
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Additional Flavor Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers and blend thoroughly with melted butter, creating a uniform mixture. Press approximately one tablespoon of this crumbly base into each mini cheesecake cavity, using a tamper to compact the crust firmly and evenly.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F, ensuring consistent temperature for optimal baking results.
- Utilize a stand mixer with paddle attachment to cream cream cheese until velvety smooth. Incorporate sugar gradually on low speed, maintaining a consistent texture. Introduce eggs and egg yolk individually, pausing to scrape down bowl sides between additions. Blend vanilla and salt until mixture achieves a silky consistency.
- Distribute filling evenly across prepared crusts, smoothing surfaces with gentle precision. Bake for 20-25 minutes, allowing slight puffing during cooking process. Cheesecakes will naturally settle and flatten while cooling.
- Allow cheesecakes to reach room temperature within the pan. Refrigerate for minimum one hour to thoroughly chill and set.
- Once completely chilled, carefully extract cheesecakes by pressing removable bottom upwards. Drizzle melted chocolate over each miniature dessert. Dip fresh strawberries into remaining chocolate and artfully position atop each cheesecake for elegant garnish.
Notes
- Customize Crust Experiment with different cookie bases like Oreos or gingersnaps for unique flavor profiles that complement the chocolate and strawberry.
- Prevent Cracking Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter and gently tap the pan to release air bubbles, which helps create a smooth, crack-free surface.
- Make Ahead Friendly These mini cheesecakes can be prepared up to 3 days in advance, stored covered in the refrigerator, making them perfect for stress-free entertaining.
- Dietary Adaptations Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives and use dairy-free cream cheese for a version that accommodates various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg