Easy Swirl Cheesecake
Recipe from Family Circle

You'd never believe that a cheesecake this pretty would be so easy to make.


Easy Swirl Cheesecake

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Servings: 10 servings
Prep Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins

 
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Ingredients
  • 1 11.1-ounce package
    cheesecake mix
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  • 2 tablespoons
    dry roasted sunflower kernels
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    finely shredded orange peel
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  • 1/4 cup
    semisweet chocolate pieces
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  • 1 1/2 teaspoons
    shortening
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    Sliced strawberries
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Directions
1.
Prepare cheesecake crust according to package directions, except stir in sunflower kernels. Press mixture onto the bottom of an ungreased 8-inch springform pan; set aside.
2.
Prepare cheesecake filling according to package directions, except increase milk to 1 3/4 cups and stir in orange peel. Spoon filling into crust-lined pan, spreading evenly.
3.
In a small microwave-safe bowl combine chocolate and shortening. Microwave, uncovered, on 100 percent power (high) for 1 minute. Stir until melted and smooth. Pour melted chocolate into a small resealable plastic bag; snip a small hole in one corner. Pipe chocolate over filling in a spiral pattern. Starting at the center of the cheesecake, pull a toothpick through the chocolate to create a swirl. Continue to create swirls around the entire cheesecake. Cover and chill for 1 to 24 hours.
4.
Using a small sharp knife, loosen edge of cheesecake from side of pan. Remove side of pan. Before serving, arrange strawberries around top edge of cheesecake.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 366, Total Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Monounsaturated Fat 6 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Sodium 452 mg, Carbohydrate 46 g, Total Sugar 32 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, Vitamin C 13%, Calcium 21% Iron 5% Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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