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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
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Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a compact crust.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated.
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Pour cheesecake batter over prepared crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
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Place pan in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
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Remove from oven and allow cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
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Pipe melted dark chocolate in concentric circles on top of the chilled cheesecake. Drag a toothpick from the center outward in straight lines to create a spiderweb pattern.
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Slice into portions and serve chilled.