Double Chocolate Cheesecake Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened

02 - 1 cup sugar

03 - 1 cup strawberries, chopped

04 - 1/2 cup cocoa powder

05 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

06 - 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs

07 - 1 cup heavy cream

08 - 3 large eggs

09 - 1 cup chocolate chips

10 - 1 cup sour cream

11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

12 - Fresh strawberries for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.

02 - Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and cocoa powder. Mix in eggs one at a time. Fold in chopped strawberries. Pour into the cooled crust.

03 - Bake for 60-70 minutes until set. Let it cool in the oven with the door ajar, then chill for 4 hours or overnight.

04 - Melt chocolate chips with heavy cream. Pour over chilled cheesecake and garnish with fresh strawberries.

# Notes:

01 - For a smoother texture, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.

02 - Chill overnight for the best flavor and texture.

03 - You can substitute frozen strawberries if needed; just thaw and drain excess liquid before using.

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