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Medieval Cherry Cheesecake
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130 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour29 grams (⅓ cup) cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda¼ teaspoon table salt198 grams (1 cup packed) light brown sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon instant espresso powder1/2…