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Lightly grease an 8-inch springform pan with cooking oil. Prepare brownies according to package directions or fit a premade brownie base. Bake as directed and allow to cool completely in the pan.
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Place 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, stir, then continue in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
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Gradually add cooled melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, blending well until fully incorporated.
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Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the chocolate-cream cheese mixture until evenly combined.
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Stir in mini semi-sweet chocolate chips until distributed throughout the mixture.
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Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled brownie base in the springform pan. Refrigerate for 60 to 120 minutes until firm and set.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, cocoa powder, 1/4 cup butter, and milk. Stir until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool.
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Drizzle prepared hot fudge sauce over the set cheesecake, slice, and serve chilled.