The Best Cheesecake!

Method

• step 1

  For the biscuit base, combine the biscuits and melted butter and press onto the base of a 23cm springform tin.

• step 2

  For the filling, place the chocolate, butter and vanilla essence in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering (not boiling) water until melted. Allow to cool slightly.

• step 3

  In another bowl mix together the cream cheese, sugar and whipping cream to a smooth consistency.

• step 4

  Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the cream mixture, then gently stir in the raspberries, being careful not to release the juice.

• step 5

  Spoon the mixture on top of the biscuit base and place in the fridge to set for 8-24 hours.