Ingredients
10 tablespoons butter, divided3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped3 large eggs1-1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 tablespoon cornstarch1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 teaspoon peppermint extract4 drops green food coloring, optional1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Preparation
In a microwave, melt 8 tablespoons butter and unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a small bowl, beat 2 eggs, sugar and vanilla. Beat in chocolate mixture until blended. Gradually stir in flour.
Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until top is set.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining butter until fluffy. Add cornstarch; beat until smooth. Gradually beat in milk and remaining egg. Beat in extract and food coloring if desired.
Pour over crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack.
In a small heavy saucepan, combine chocolate chips and cream. Cook and stir over medium heat until chips are melted. Cool for 30 minutes or until lukewarm, stirring occasionally. Pour over cream cheese layer. Chill for 2 hours or until set before cutting.
