Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) springform pan and set aside.
In a bowl, mix 200 grams of crushed digestive biscuits with 100 grams of melted unsalted butter. Press the mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat 500 grams of softened cream cheese with 200 grams of granulated sugar until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix well.
Add 3 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
Bake the cheesecake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is almost set. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a saucepan, combine 250 grams of pitted cherries, 100 grams of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Spread the cherry topping over the cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.