Choco-Hazelnut-Berry Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Buttermilk biscuit crumbs
• 1/2 cup chopped roasted hazelnuts
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 containers (24oz) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
• 1 cup mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries), sliced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F and position a rack in the middle of the oven.
2. In a mixing bowl, mix together the Buttermilk biscuit crumbs, chopped roasted hazelnuts, and melted butter until thoroughly combined.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, beat together the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until just blended.
5. Add the melted chocolate chips and mix well.
6. Pour the filling onto the cooled crust.
7. Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
8. Cool the cheesecake to room temperature and then chill until ready to serve.
9. In a mixing bowl, whip together the heavy cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks start to form.
10. Serve each slice of cheesecake topped with mixed fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream.