Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of this Caramel Brownie Cheesecake, a luscious dessert that combines the rich flavors of brownies, creamy cheesecake, and gooey caramel for a truly unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for topping)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Whipped cream or chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brownie Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan. Prepare brownie batter and pour into the pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and flour. Pour over brownie layer and bake for 45–50 minutes.
- Finish: Cool in oven, then chill. Drizzle with caramel, sprinkle with pecans, and add optional garnishes before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, swirl caramel into the cheesecake layer before baking.
- Use homemade or high-quality jarred caramel sauce for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
