Easy Chocolate Lover`s Cheesecake

2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese -- softened

1/2 cup sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup miniature chocolate chips

1 package graham cracker crumb crust -- (6 oz)

CHOCOLATE TOPPING 1/3 cup miniature chocolate chips

2 tablespoons whipping cream

Heat oven to 450F. In small mixer bowl, breat cream cheese and sugar until well blended. Add eggs and banilla; beat well. Stir in small chocolate chips; pour batter into crust. Bake 10 minutes; without opening door, reduce temperature to 250F. Continue baking 20 to 25 minutes or just until set. Cool completely. Cover; refrigerate several hours. Spread Chocolate Topping over top. Refrigerate several minutes or just until set. Cut into wedges; serve cold.

YIELD: 6 servings

CHOCOLATE TOPPING: In small microwave safe bowl, place small chocolate chips and whipping cream. Microwave at HIGH 20 to 30 seconds or just until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Cool slightly.