Chocolate swirl cheesecake
Chocolate swirl cheesecake is a decadent dessert featuring a creamy, baked cheese-based filling with a marbled pattern of rich chocolate throughout, typically set on a crumbly graham cracker or cookie crust. Its core ingredients include cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and melted chocolate or cocoa for the swirl. This popular variation of the classic cheesecake is a staple in American dessert culture, often enjoyed at celebrations and diners.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is very high in fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy and eggs. A typical slice provides a significant calorie load, often ranging from 400 to 600 calories, and is a source of calcium and phosphorus from the cream cheese.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 IU |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The marbled 'swirl' effect is not just decorative; it creates a dynamic flavor experience, offering pockets of intense chocolate against the tangy, vanilla-sweet cheese base. Nutritionally, while indulgent, the cream cheese does provide a meaningful dose of calcium and vitamin B12 in each serving.
