Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup sour cream
– 1 cup dark chocolate chips
– 2 cups cherry pie filling (or fresh cherries, pitted and halved)
– Whipped cream (for topping)
– Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking tray
– Parchment paper
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of your springform pan to create a nice, even crust. You can use the back of a measuring cup to pack it tightly. This crust is the foundation of your cheesecake that will hold all that creamy goodness in place! (See the next page below to continue steps…)