EXTRA CHOCOLATE - ALMOND
CHEESECAKE
 
Crumb Crust:

1 1/2 c. vanilla wafer crumbs (about 45 wafers)
6 tbsp. powdered sugar
6 tbsp. cocoa
6 tbsp. melted butter

Cheesecake:

2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
12 oz. pkg. semi sweet chocolate chips (melted)
1/2 c. sour cream
1/3 c. Amaretto liqueur

Topping:

1/2 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. Amaretto liqueur

Stir together all ingredients and press into bottom and 1 inch up side of 9 inch spring form pan. Set aside.

In mixer bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and beat until just combined. Blend in chocolate, sour cream and liqueur. Pour into prepared crust. Bake in 350 degree oven for 55 to 60 minutes or just until set.

Stir sour cream and liqueur together. Spread over baked cheesecake. Return to oven for 3 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Loosen sides. Cover and chill. Remove from pan. Garnish with toasted sliced almonds.

Serves 12-16.

 

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