"I first prepared an Italian-style cheese pie years ago. When I added a chocolate-hazelnut topping, it proved so popular that I had to give out copies of the recipe.—Steve Meredith, Streamwood, Illinois..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon lime juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)
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TOPPING:
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1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Whole or chopped hazelnuts, toasted