Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 1/4 cup white sugar
02 - 1 1/3 cup crushed graham crackers
03 - 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter

→ Cheesecake Filling

04 - 3 blocks (8 oz each) soft cream cheese
05 - 1 cup white sugar
06 - 1 cup thick sour cream
07 - 3 big eggs
08 - 1/2 cup melted white chocolate chips
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla

→ Raspberry Swirl

10 - 1/2 cup raspberry jam

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 325°F (165°C) and lightly grease a round 9-inch springform pan.
02 - Stir together the crushed crackers, sugar, and butter. Press down firmly to make an even base in your prepped pan.
03 - Whip cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add sour cream next, followed by one egg at a time while mixing. Blend in melted chocolate and vanilla.
04 - Pour the creamy filling over the crust. Spoon small amounts of raspberry jam across the top and swirl it gently with a knife.
05 - Let it bake for 50-60 minutes until the center firms up. Turn the oven off, leave the door slightly open, and let it rest for 1 hour. Chill completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

# Notes:

01 - Top with fresh berries to enhance the raspberry kick.
02 - Make sure your ingredients aren’t cold straight from the fridge before starting.