Cherry Mash Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, combine the crushed chocolate wafers and melted butter; mix well.
2. 2
   Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
3. 3
   Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Cool on a wire rack.
5. 5
   In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth.
6. 6
   Add eggs, sour cream and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined.
7. 7
   Stir in chocolate chips, maraschino cherries, and chopped peanuts.
8. 8
   Pour into crust.
9. 9
   Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour or until center is almost set.
10. 10
    Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Carefully run a knife around the edge of spring form pan to loosen.
12. 12
    Cool for 1 hour longer.
13. 13
    Refrigerate overnight.
14. 14
    Remove side of pan.
15. 15
    Refrigerate any leftovers.