For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like halal chocolate tea biscuits or sandwich cookies, crushed finely)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, depending on cookie sweetness)
• Pinch of salt

For the Filling:

• 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons espresso powder (or instant coffee granules)
• 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

Optional Garnish:

• Whipped cream
• Chocolate curls or shavings
• Cocoa or espresso powder (light dusting)
• Chocolate ganache drizzle