"Replacing deep, dark chocolate with mild-mannered milk chocolate unlocked the secret to a fluffy, creamy chocolate cheesecake...."
INGREDIENTS
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16 Oreo sandwich cookies, broken into rough pieces
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1 tablespoon sugar plus 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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8 ounces milk chocolate, chopped (Dove milk chocolate)
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1/3 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 pounds cream cheese, softened
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract