In a medium bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
Cheesecake Filling Preparation
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat until well combined.
Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in heavy cream, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Raspberry Swirl Preparation
In a small saucepan, combine fresh raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until raspberries break down and the mixture thickens into a sauce.
Strain the raspberry sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool slightly.
Drizzle spoonfuls of raspberry sauce over the cheesecake filling. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the sauce into the filling.
Baking the Cheesecake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55-65 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Then, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Chocolate Ganache Preparation
Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until simmering. Pour hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Whisk until smooth and glossy.
Let the ganache cool slightly, then drizzle over the chilled cheesecake.
Serving
Garnish with fresh raspberries before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Overmixing the filling can lead to cracks in the cheesecake.