Chocolate Lover's Cheesepie Recipe

Published: March 11, 2012

PREP TIME: 15 min
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COOK TIME: 25 min

Ingredients

3	packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
¾	cup sugar
3	eggs
1	teaspoon vanilla extract
2	cups (12-ounce package) HERSHEY'®S Mini Chips Semi-Sweet Chocolate, divided
1	extra serving-size packaged graham cracker crumb crust (9 ounces)
2	tablespoons whipping cream

Directions

1. . Heat oven to 450°F

2. Beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl with mixer until well blended. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Stir in 1-2/3 cups small chocolate chips; pour into crust

3. Bake 10 minutes. Without opening oven door, reduce temperature to 250°F; continue baking 30 minutes or just until set. Remove from oven to wire rack. Cool completely. Cover; refrigerate until thoroughly chilled

4. Place remaining 1/3 cup chips and whipping cream in small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at MEDIUM (50%) 20 to 30 seconds or just until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Cool slightly; spread over top of cheesepie. Refrigerate 15 minutes or until topping is set. Cover; refrigerate leftover cheesepie