Ingredients

• Chocolate cookie crumbs - 2 cups
• Unsalted butter - ½ cup, melted
• Cream cheese - 24 oz, softened
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Sour cream - 1 cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Eggs - 4 large
• Semi-sweet chocolate - 8 oz, melted

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2.

   In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter.

3. 3.

   Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

4. 4.

   In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

5. 5.

   Add sour cream and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

6. 6.

   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

7. 7.

   Stir in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.

8. 8.

   Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.

9. 9.

   Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.

10. 10.

    Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar.

11. 11.

    Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutritional Facts