Caramel Brownie Cheesecake
A decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate brownies, creamy cheesecake, and luscious caramel for a show-stopping treat.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Cheesecake Layer
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for smoother filling
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- to taste Chocolate shavings For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Beat in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
Cheesecake Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled brownie layer.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely.
Caramel Topping
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the caramel sauce and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth and warmed through.
- Pour the caramel topping over the cooled cheesecake and garnish with chocolate shavings.
Notes
Let the brownie layer cool slightly before adding the cheesecake to keep layers distinct. Chill the cheesecake for a few hours before slicing for clean cuts.