Amy's Marvelous Marbled Cheesecake Recipe

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a medium bowl combine graham cracker crumbs and butter. Mix well and press into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. In a microwave-safe bowl microwave chocolate until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth.

In a large bowl beat the softened cream cheese sugar and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Blend in the eggs one at a time. Remove 1 cup of cream cheese mixture and combine with melted chocolate.

Spread plain batter into the crust. Drop the chocolate mixture randomly over the top. With the tip of a knife Swirl the batter to create a marble effect.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until center is set. Cool to room temperature then refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight before serving.