BROWN SUGAR & CHOCOLATE SWIRL CHEESECAKE

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Searching for a dessert superstar? This chocolate swirl cheesecake is the one that people ask for again and again. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 4 whole crackers)
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup maple syrup, divided
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
2 cups sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Wrap a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square) around a greased 9-in. springform pan. Combine cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup walnuts and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of prepared pan and place on a baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool., Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add next 5 ingredients and 2 tablespoons maple syrup; beat until well blended. Add eggs; beat on low speed until combined. Pour into prepared crust, reserving 3 tablespoons of batter. Mix reserved cheesecake batter into cooled chocolate; drop spoonfuls over filling. Cut through batter and chocolate with a knife to swirl., Place springform pan in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake until center is just set but still jiggles when shaken, 50-65 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove foil. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled., Remove rim from pan. Serve with whipped cream. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts; drizzle with remaining syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 936 calories, Fat 75g fat (40g saturated fat), Cholesterol 267mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Habib Seid
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cheesecake again and again.


jude
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I had some trouble getting the cheesecake to set properly. I think I might have overbaked it. Other than that, it was a delicious cheesecake.


Shukla Moulik
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect if you reduced the amount of sugar in the recipe.


Talib Unar
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


Xakak Ssjkk
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a showstopper dessert that will wow your guests.


Ben Houghton
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cheesecake turned out perfectly. It's one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had.


Andrew Williamson
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This cheesecake is so rich and decadent. It's definitely not for the faint of heart, but it's perfect for a special treat.


Mistar Rajo
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this cheesecake. The brown sugar flavor is prominent and it balances out the chocolate nicely.


Salman King007
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This cheesecake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Mdsohel mr57rana
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I love how this cheesecake looks! The chocolate swirl is so pretty and it makes the cheesecake look really special.


Murtaza haider
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This cheesecake is absolutely divine! The filling is smooth and creamy, and the chocolate swirl adds a perfect touch of richness.


Aniya Morales Butterfield
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I'm so glad I did! It's the best cheesecake I've ever had.


KINDA SUS 69
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of brown sugar and chocolate.


Ndoda Okuma
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to dessert for special occasions.


Miracle Parkinson
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the rich, creamy filling and the decadent chocolate swirl.