Indulge in the decadence of a Marbled Chocolate Cheesecake, a show-stopping dessert that beautifully blends creamy vanilla cheesecake with rich swirls of dark chocolate. Built on a buttery graham cracker crust, this visually stunning cheesecake is baked to perfection using a gentle water bath to ensure a silky texture and crack-free surface. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and intensity, with the marbled design adding an elegant touch that's sure to impress guests at any gathering. With a make-ahead option and straightforward steps, this crowd-pleasing cheesecake is as rewarding to prepare as it is to savor.
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 50 grams of granulated sugar until evenly moistened.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 200 grams of granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Stir in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
Pour 75% of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining cheesecake batter with the melted dark chocolate until well combined.
Dollop the chocolate batter over the plain cheesecake batter in the pan.
Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together to create a marbled effect. Be careful not to overmix the two batters.
Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan, then fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan. This water bath will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight wobble.
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to cool gradually.
Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and run a knife around the edge of the pan to release it. Let it cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer to a serving platter. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Serving size | 1613.4 grams (1613.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 6129 |
Total Fat 419.50g | 538% |
Saturated Fat 242.60g | 1213% |
Cholesterol 1616mg | 539% |
Sodium 3695mg | 161% |
Total Carbohydrate 521.40g | 190% |
Dietary Fiber 13.40g | 48% |
Total Sugars 381.90g | |
Protein 81.30g | 163% |
Vitamin D 120IU | 600% |
Calcium 952mg | 73% |
Iron 27mg | 149% |
Potassium 1898mg | 40% |
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