CHEESECAKE BROWNIES

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I was introduced to cooking at an early age by my grandmother. Now I cook everything from entrees to desserts. These bars won first place at a company picnic.-James Harris, Columbus, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup chopped nuts
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, egg, butter and nuts until well blended. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; set aside. , In small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Carefully spread over batter. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.