BROWNIE SWIRL CHEESECAKE

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It may look fancy, but this cheesecake is so simple. The secret is the speedy crust-it's from a packaged brownie mix! You don't need to be an experienced cook to make the elegant chocolate swirls on top ;anyone can do it. -Janet Brunner, Burlington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) brownie mix
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 cup milk chocolate chips, melted
Whipped cream and miniature chocolate kisses, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare brownie mix according to package directions for chewy fudge brownies. Spread into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes (brownies will not test done). Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. , Pour over the brownie crust. Top with melted chocolate; cut through batter with a knife to swirl the chocolate. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool completely. Remove sides of pan; refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate kisses if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.