Ingredients
1 package fudge brownie mix (13-inch x 9-inch pan size)
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
4 eggs, lightly beaten
3 teaspoons vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon almond extract and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Preparation
1.Prepare brownie mix according to package directions for chewy fudge brownies. Set aside 2/3 cup brownie batter; 2. Spread remaining batter into a greased 9-in. springform pan. 3. Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in.square). Securely wrap foil around pan. Bake at 350° for 25-28 minutes (brownies will barely test done). Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack. 3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. 4. Beat in eggs and vanilla on low speed just until combined. 5. Stir 1/3 cup into reserved brownie batter; set aside. Spoon half the cheesecake batter into crust; 6. Dollop with half of reserved chocolate cheesecake batter. Repeat layers. 7. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl the chocolate cheesecake batter. 8. Place in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until surface is no longer shiny and center is almost set. Remove pan from water bath and foil. Cool on a wire rack
