Pistachio Whiskey Chocolate Cheesecake

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Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups Pistachio Crumbs
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
• 3 containers Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened (24 oz)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 Eggs, room temperature
• 1/3 cup Whiskey
• 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips, melted and cooled
• 1/4 cup Heavy Cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
2. In a bowl, mix pistachio crumbs and butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese and sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in whiskey and melted chocolate.
5. Pour the mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set.
7. Cool the cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove the sides of the pan.
8. In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream and remaining chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
9. Pour chocolate ganache over cheesecake and spread evenly.
10. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.