Brownie Cheesecake: The Perfect Fusion Recipe
Indulge in the perfect fusion of rich, fudgy brownies and creamy cheesecake with this decadent Brownie Cheesecake recipe. Each bite is a delightful combination of chocolatey goodness and luscious cheesecake, making it a must-try dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 1 9-inch cheesecake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Brownie Base:
- 1 cup Butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cups Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Salt
Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch baking pan.
- Make the brownie base: Mix melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and eggs. Add flour and baking powder. Pour into pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream. Pour over cooled brownie base.
- Bake: Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 35–40 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool and refrigerate: Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve chilled.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or a caramel drizzle on top.
- For a cleaner slice, chill the cheesecake thoroughly before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Brownie Cheesecake, Chocolate Cheesecake, Dessert Recipe
