Ruby Chocolate Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

   Tip: Make sure to use a rack in the middle of the oven.

2. 2

   Prepare the crust by mixing the graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar in a bowl until well combined.

   Tip: Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.

3. 3

   Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.

   Tip: Let it cool completely.

4. 4

   In a blender or food processor, blend the ruby chocolate, Neufchâtel cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth.

   Tip: Make sure the mixture is creamy and smooth.

5. 5

   Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.

   Tip: Make sure the mixture is well combined.

6. 6

   Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the blender and blend until just combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

7. 7

   Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan over the crust.

   Tip: Smooth the top with a spatula.

8. 8

   Bake the cheesecake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

   Tip: Avoid overbaking.

9. 9

   Let the cheesecake cool in the pan for 1 hour, then run a knife around the edges and release the springform.

   Tip: Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

10. 10

    Once cooled, melt the ruby chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments.

    Tip: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cheesecake.