Description
A delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate brownies, creamy cheesecake, and warm fudge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box walnut brownie mix (prepared as per package directions)
- 24 ounces cream cheese (3 packages of 8 oz each, softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a springform pan with non-stick spray.
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions and bake for 30-40 minutes. Allow to cool.
- In a standing mixer, whip the cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Blend in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled brownie base. Bake for about an hour or until the center is almost set. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.
- Microwave the chocolate chips and heavy cream for 45 seconds. Whisk until smooth and pour over the chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate for another hour.
- Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks. Pipe around the cheesecake’s edge and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps. Let the cheesecake cool completely before adding the chocolate topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, brownie, dessert, chocolate, hot fudge