Fudge Truffle Cheesecake

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).

2 . Stage

In a large mixing bowl, mix together crushed vanilla wafers, confectioners' sugar, cocoa, and butter by hand. Press ingredients into a 9-inch springform pan.

3 . Stage

In the top of a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips, making sure that they are very smooth.

4 . Stage

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy with an electric mixer. Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth. Mix in melted chocolate, eggs, and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on low speed until the ingredients are thoroughly blended. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.

5 . Stage

Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 55 minutes. The cake will seem underbaked in the center, but will continue to cook after you remove it from the oven.

6 . Stage

Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours before serving.