It may look fancy, but this cheesecake is so simple," assures Janet Brunner from Burlington, Kentucky. "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
Brownie Swirl Cheesecake Recipe
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 50 min. + chilling
MAKES: 8-10 servings
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
Directions
Brownie Swirl Cheesecake Recipe
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 50 min. + chilling
MAKES: 8-10 servings
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
Directions
- 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. Yield: 8-10 servings.
Nutritional Facts
1 each: 314 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 182mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
Courtesy: Taste of Home