Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Caramel Brownie Cheesecake, a luscious fusion of rich brownie, creamy cheesecake, and gooey caramel. This show-stopping dessert is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Layer:
- 1 stick (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (85 grams) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (62 grams) all-purpose flour
Cheesecake Layer:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (59 grams) heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla paste or vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup homemade salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Make the brownie layer: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Combine butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add vanilla and eggs, then mix in flour. Spread into prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Make the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugars and cream, then eggs one at a time. Pour over cooled brownie crust and bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour. Cool and refrigerate.
- Release the cheesecake from the pan, drizzle with caramel sauce, and serve.
Notes
- For best results, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature.
- Top with whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa powder for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Caramel Brownie Cheesecake, Dessert Recipe, Cheesecake with Brownie, Caramel Drizzle
