Description
Indulge in the best of both worlds with this decadent Brownie Bottom Cheesecake. A rich brownie layer serves as the base for a creamy cheesecake topping, creating a dessert that’s a true crowd-pleaser. Top it off with chocolate ganache, whipped cream, or fresh berries for a stunning finish.
Ingredients
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Brownie Layer:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed)
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Optional Toppings:
- Chocolate ganache or chocolate syrup
- Whipped cream or berries
Instructions
- Brownie Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare brownie batter and pour into a lined/greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sugar, eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and flour until creamy. Pour over partially baked brownie layer.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes. Let cool in oven, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Optional Toppings: Add chocolate ganache, whipped cream, or berries before serving.
Notes
- Partially bake the brownie base for a fudgy texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
