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The Best Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

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Rich, decadent, and beautifully balanced — this Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake is pure dessert perfection. Creamy chocolate cheesecake meets tangy raspberry swirls, all on top of a buttery chocolate cookie crust.

It’s elegant enough for holidays and special occasions, yet simple enough to make at home. Every bite is smooth, fudgy, fruity, and absolutely irresistible.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Cheesecake

  • Deep, rich dark chocolate flavor
  • Bright raspberry swirl for balance
  • Creamy, smooth texture
  • Stunning presentation
  • Perfect for Valentine’s Day or dinner parties

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)

For the Crust:

  • 1½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 oz dark chocolate (70%), melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Raspberry Swirl:

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Crust

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Mix cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 8–10 minutes. Cool.

Step 2: Make Raspberry Sauce

Simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice for 5 minutes. Strain to remove seeds. Let cool.

Step 3: Make Filling

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in melted dark chocolate. Add eggs one at a time. Stir in cream and vanilla until combined.

Step 4: Assemble

Pour chocolate filling over crust. Drop spoonfuls of raspberry sauce on top and swirl gently with a knife.

Step 5: Bake

Bake 50–60 minutes until center is slightly set but still slightly jiggly. Turn oven off and crack door open for 1 hour.

Step 6: Chill

Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Cheesecake

  • Use room temperature ingredients
  • Don’t overmix once eggs are added
  • Bake in a water bath for extra creaminess
  • Chill fully for clean slices

🍓 Optional Garnish

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Raspberry drizzle
  • Whipped cream

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