Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Caramel Brownie Cheesecake, an exquisite fusion of rich chocolate brownies and creamy cheesecake, topped with a luscious caramel drizzle. This showstopper is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests. Its unique combination of textures and flavors offers a delightful treat for chocolate lovers and cheesecake aficionados alike. With easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll create this decadent masterpiece in no time, making it a favorite among home bakers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- For the caramel sauce: 1 cup granulated sugar, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the brownie layer, melt butter and mix with sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and fold into the wet mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes in a greased springform pan.
- For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream; mix until creamy. Pour over cooled brownie layer and bake for another 30-35 minutes.
- To make the caramel sauce, melt sugar over medium heat until golden brown; stir in butter and cream until smooth.
- Drizzle caramel over cooled cheesecake and chill for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg