8ouncescream cheese (1 block)softened at room temp
1/4cupwhite granulated sugar
1large eggroom temperature
1/4teaspoonpure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven at 350 degrees F and at the same time prepare your baking pan by lining with parchment paper and leaving a little bit of overhang.
To Make the Brownies
In a bowl, melt the butter and 1 1/2 cup chocolate chips in the microwave for a minute or two. Once melted, mix and let it cool.
Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined. Also combine the flour, salt and cocoa powder. Continue mixing until no lumps.
Fold the remaining chocolate chips. Reserve 1/4 of the brownie mixture in a small bowl. You'll use it later as topping.
Pour the remaining brownie mixture onto the prepared pan. Spread it evenly using a spatula or spoon.
To Make the Cheesecake
Using a mixer, mix the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until creamy.
Pour the cheesecake mixture on top of the brownie base. Spread evenly onto a smooth layer.
Add a tablespoon of hot water into the reserved brownie batter. Stir until smooth. Now, create blobs or dollops of the reserved brownie batter on top of the cheesecake filling using a spoon.
Using a skewer or a knife, swirl together the batter. Do not over swirl.
Bake
Bake for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool before slicing.