Cappuccino-Kissed Cheesecake Recipe

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of 9-inch springform pan.

Melt 1 cup chocolate pieces in small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.

Combine cream cheese and sugar in large bowl, beating on medium speed of mixer until well blended. Add eggs, milk, espresso powder and cinnamon; beat on low speed until well-blended. Add melted chocolate pieces; beat on medium 2 minutes. Spoon mixture into crust.

Bake 55 minutes. Remove from oven to wire rack. Cool 15 minutes; with knife, loosen cake from side of pan. Cool completely; remove side of pan. Cover; refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

To make Espresso Cream: Beat whipping cream, sugar and espresso powder until stiff.

To serve, garnish with Espresso Cream and remaining 1/4 cup chocolate pieces.

Refrigerate any leftover cheesecake.