Chocolate Chip Cheesecake with Brownie Crust

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°. Lightly grease a 9-inch round springform pan.

Stir together brownie mix, water, oil, and egg until moistened and thoroughly combined. Transfer batter to prepared pan and spread evenly.

Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until a pick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

Cool completely in pan.

Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat cream cheese and sugar until blended and smooth. Mix in vanilla.

Using an electric mixer with a whisk attachment, beat cream at medium-high speed until soft peaks form.

Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture. Gently stir in chocolate chips.

Transfer filling to cooled crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.