Description
Decadent layers of rich brownies, creamy cheesecake, and sweet, salty caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (18-20 oz) brownie mix (plus ingredients called for on the box: water, oil, eggs)
- 8 oz salted caramel (jarred or homemade)
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- 1 cup heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Chocolate-covered caramels (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brownies: Bake the brownie mix according to the package instructions and let cool completely before cutting into small squares.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped cream until fluffy.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping: Whip 1 cup heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Trifle: Layer brownie cubes, cheesecake mixture, and salted caramel sauce in a trifle dish, repeating layers until filled.
- Finish the Trifle: Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate-covered caramels. Chill for at least 1-2 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, and ensure brownies are completely cooled for easy assembly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: trifle, dessert, salted caramel, brownie cheesecake, easy dessert