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Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chocolate ganache or melted chocolate

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  • In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the sour cream until everything is well combined.
  • Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drizzle half of the chocolate ganache over the batter and use a knife to swirl it in gently.
  • Pour the remaining batter on top and repeat the swirling process with the rest of the ganache.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.