Description
A decadent dessert that combines the fudgy goodness of brownies with creamy cheesecake, topped with a luscious caramel swirl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of brownie mix (plus any ingredients listed on the box)
- 24 oz of softened cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for topping)
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the box instructions. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let it cool on a wire rack.
- Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and continue blending until creamy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated. Scrape the sides as needed.
- Stir in the sour cream and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie base and level with a spatula.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the cheesecake. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the caramel into the cheesecake for a beautiful marbled effect.
- Set the springform pan on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the edges are firm but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and slightly open the door. Let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for about 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to fully set.
- Before serving, release the cheesecake from the pan. Drizzle extra caramel sauce on top and garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.
- Slice and serve this indulgent Caramel Brownie Cheesecake and enjoy every rich, creamy bite!
Notes
Store any leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze it wrapped well in plastic wrap and foil.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, caramel, brownie, rich, indulgent