Tagalong Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   CRUST:
2. 2
   Crush cookies in food processor.
3. 3
   Press crumbs into bottom of 10 inch spring form pan.
4. 4
   CAKE:
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 425F (220C).
6. 6
   Beat cream cheese until smooth.
7. 7
   Add sugar, flour, whole eggs, egg yolks, cream and vanilla.
8. 8
   Beat until very smooth, scraping sides frequently.
9. 9
   Pour filling over cookie crust.
10. 10
    Bake for 15 minutes at 425F (220C).
11. 11
    Reduce oven temperature to 225 F and bake for 50 minutes.
12. 12
    Increase temperature to 350F (180C) and bake for 7 minutes.
13. 13
    Place hot cake in refrigerator to cool overnight.
14. 14
    GLAZE:
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    Heat chocolate, cream and vanilla in microwave on high for 1 1/2 minutes.
16. 16
    Whisk to blend completely.
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    Place cake on serving plate.
18. 18
    Ice top and sides of cake with glaze.
19. 19
    Press chopped peanuts into sides for decoration.