Almond Brickle Cheesecake

 

1 ¾ c. graham cracker crumbs

1 7 ½ ounce package almond brickle pieces, finely chopped

½ c. butter, melted

3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, soft

¾ c. brown sugar

2 T. flour

3 eggs

¼ c. milk

 

For crust, in a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker and 1/3 cup of the chopped brickle pieces.  Stir in melted butter.  Press onto bottom and 2 inches up sides of an 8 or 9-ich springform pan. 

 

In medium mixing bowl combine the cream cheese, brown sugar, and flour.  Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed till fluffy.  Add the eggs all at once, beating on low just till combined.  Stir in the milk and 2/3 cup brickle pieces.  Pour mixture into prepared pan.  Place on a shallow baking sheet in oven.  Bake 375 degrees till center appears nearly set when shaken, allowing 45-50 minutes for the 8-ich pan or 35-40 minutes for the 9-inch pan.  Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes.  Loosen sides, and cool 30 minutes more.  Remove sides, cool completely.  Cover and chill at least 4 hours.  Before serving, sprinkle with remaining brickle pieces, broil 4-5 inches from heat for 1-3 minutes or till pieces begin to melt and form a crust.