Strawberry Cheesecake with Chocolate
8 servings
30 minutes
Strawberry cheesecake with chocolate is a refined treat that combines the creaminess of cheese, the freshness of strawberries, and the rich flavor of chocolate. Its roots trace back to American cuisine, where cheesecakes gained popularity for their velvety texture and harmonious balance of sweetness. In this version, airy strawberry soufflé is complemented by a layer of aromatic chocolate that adds a sophisticated depth of flavor to the dessert. Strawberry jelly refreshes the dessert, making it light and elegant. This cheesecake is perfect for special occasions when you want to impress guests with something unusual. It can be served with a cup of fragrant coffee or freshly brewed tea, enjoying every bite of this culinary masterpiece.
1
For the base, you will need 4 packs of Philadelphia cheese (cottage cheese can be used), 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of sour cream, 4 eggs, and vanilla. Whip everything with a mixer for 10 minutes. Bake in a water bath at 160 degrees for 2 hours. Cool and remove from the mold.
- Philadelphia cheese: 800 g
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sour cream: 1 jar
- Sugar: 1 glass
2
For strawberry soufflé, blend 500 grams of strawberries into a puree. Dissolve two tablespoons of gelatin in water and add to the puree, let it cool, then quickly fold in 250 ml of whipped cream, pour into a mold, and chill (sets quickly), then place on a cheese base.
- Strawberry: 500 g
- Gelatin: 2 tablespoons
- Cream 35%: 500 ml
3
For the top layer — strawberry jelly, dissolve 2 packets of jelly according to the instructions, cool it down, and transfer it onto the soufflé.
- Strawberry jelly: 2 pieces
4
For chocolate glaze, melt 300 grams of chocolate in 250 ml of cream over low heat, stirring constantly, then refrigerate, and whip with a mixer after cooling.
- White chocolate: 250 g
- Cream 35%: 500 ml