Chocolate Lover's Cheesecake Recipe

Step 1: To prepare Chocolate Lover's Cheesecake Recipe, get prep with all the ingredients

Step 2: Start by making the crust

Step 3: CrustPulse the cookies in a Grinder to make fine crumbs

Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter

Step 5: Stir with a fork until all the crumbs are moistened

Step 6: Add the crumb mixture to a 6-inch Spring form pan and gently press about 1-2 inches up the sides of the pan

Step 7: Press the rest of the crumbs into an even layer over the bottom of the pan

Step 8: Refrigerate for 20 minutes

Step 9: FillingPlace dark chocolate chunks in a bowl and set aside

Step 10: Heat the cream in a microwave safe bowl for 30 seconds or until you see bubbles

Step 11: Remove carefully and pour evenly on chopped chocolate

Step 12: Let it sit for 4-5 minutes undisturbed

Step 13: Whisk the ganache and make sure there are no lumps

Step 14: You'll get smooth and silky ganache

Step 15: AssemblingPour half of the filling into the cooled crust

Step 16: Add chocolate chips and pour the remaining filling on top

Step 17: Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 6 hours or overnight

Step 18: To serve, carefully un-mold the sides of the spring form pan

Step 19: Let it stand at room temperature for 20 minutes

Step 20: Top with fresh cherries and dust cocoa powder and powdered sugar on top

Step 21: Slice Chocolate Lover's Cheesecake Recipe and serve as a dinner party dessert