Only the yolks are used in this recipe, so you can use the egg whites ... halfway up the sides of the dishes (this is called a bain-marie). Place the bain-marie into the preheated oven and cook ...

Baking in a bain-marie (that's a roasting tray full of hot water) can help prevent cracking, as can allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven slowly. See our how to make cheesecake recipe video ...

Do I Have To Melt The Chocolate Over A Bain-Marie Or Double Boiler? If you've ever accidentally burned chocolate while attempting to melt it for a recipe, you'll know the frustration it can cause.