Ingredients
– 1 and ½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– ½ cup sour cream
– A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (or a whisk for a workout!)
– Rubber spatula
– Double boiler (or microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate)
– Baking sheet
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s jump right into the fun part! First, I preheat my oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare my springform pan by greasing it with butter. Then, I mix the chocolate graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until it resembles wet sand. This mixture goes right into the base of the pan, pressed firmly down to create a solid crust. This crust will be the foundation of all the rich flavors to come. (See the next page below to continue steps…)