Creamy Chocolate Cheesecake

Directions

Heat oven to 350℉ (180℃) Fahrenheit.

In medium bowl, stir together crushed pretzels, 1 tablespoon sugar and butter.

Press mixture onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.

Bake 8 minutes; cool slightly.

In large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Gradually beat in 1 cup sugar and cocoa.

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

Stir in sour cream and vanilla; blend well.

Pour batter over crust.

Bake 35 minutes.

Turn off oven; leave cheesecake in oven 20 minutes without opening door.

Remove from oven.

With knife, loosen cake from side of pan.

Cool completely; remove side of pan.

Cover; refrigerate.

Garnish as desired.

Cover; refrigerate leftover cheesecake.