Ingredients
6 tablespoons butter2 ounces unsweetened chocolate1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup all-purpose flourFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened3/4 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon peppermint extractGreen food coloring, optional1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chipsAdditional whipped topping, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate. Stir in sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour until well blended.
Pour into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
Meanwhile, for filling, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in extract and, if desired, food coloring. Fold in whipped topping. Spread evenly over brownie layer. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour.
Remove sides of pan just before serving. Melt chocolate chips; drizzle over top. If desired, serve with additional whipped topping.
