"Nothing is more elegant then a cheesecake but this one looks so beautiful, you will be receive so many compliments. Not only does it look wonderful, it also tastes delicious.?Cindy Morris, Coyle, Oklahoma..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 cups cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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FILLING:
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4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
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1-1/4 cups sugar
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1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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4 Eggland's Best Eggs, lightly beaten
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TOPPING:
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1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla or white chips
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3 tablespoons shortening, divided
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2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
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1 purchased frosted brownie with walnuts
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Rosebud and sprig of flowering thyme