For the Crust:

• 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

• 32 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2–3 tablespoons red food coloring (gel preferred)
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Substitution Options:

• Gluten-free: Use gluten-free chocolate cookies for the crust
• Dairy-free: Substitute cream cheese with dairy-free alternative and use coconut cream
• Lower fat: Replace half the cream cheese with Greek yogurt (texture will be slightly different)