Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter.

2. 2

   Press into the bottom of a greased 9 inch springform pan.

3. 3

   Refrigerate while preparing filling.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Beat in chocolate and vanilla.

6. 6

   Add eggs, beat on low speed just until combined.

7. 7

   Fold in half of chopped cookies.

8. 8

   Pour over crust and sprinkle with remaining cookies.

9. 9

   Place pan on a baking sheet and bake at 325* for 50-60 minutes or until center is almost set and top appears dull.

10. 10

    Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.

12. 12

    Refrigerate overnight.

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