Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs or crushed graham crackers
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Chocolate Layer:
6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
For the Cheesecake Filling:
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whipped cream
For the Cherry Topping:
1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
Optional Garnish:
Additional whipped cream
Chocolate shavings
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