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*Use Graham Cracker Crumb Crust found under Crust Variations. *Use
Basic Recipe
With just a few adjustments to our basic recipe, you’ll have this even
richer chocolate and hazelnut flavored cake studded with chocolate
chunks.
Try it with a hazelnut/chocolate grahma craker-crumb crust and
you’ll be craving seconds.
In heatproof bowl set over hot, not simmering, wter, combine heavy
cream from basic recipe with 3 oz chopped semisweet chocolate. Heat,
stirring frequently, until mixture is melted and smooth. Remove from
heat; cool slightly. Stir into cream cheese, sugar and flour mixture
until smooth. Proceed with recipe as directed, stirring 1/2 cup
finely ground, lightly toasted hazelnuts and 3 oz coarsely chopped
semisweet chocolate into batter at end. Pur into prepared pan. Bake
as directed. Drizzle chilled cheesecake with store-bought chocolate
sauce and garnish with hazelnuts, if desired.
Yields
16 Servings