Chocolate Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Ingredients:

– 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

– 1 cup granulated sugar

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 3 large eggs

– 1 cup sour cream

– 1/2 cup heavy cream

– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled

– 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed

– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth and creamy.

4. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

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