Description
Indulge in the luxurious layers of this Caramel Brownie Cheesecake, where rich brownie meets creamy cheesecake, all drizzled with a luscious homemade caramel sauce. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family dinners. Its combination of textures and flavors will captivate your taste buds, leaving you wanting more. With easy-to-follow steps and the option to customize with your favorite toppings, this decadent treat is sure to impress both family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 16 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
- 2 large eggs (for cheesecake)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- Extra caramel drizzle
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour brownie batter into the pan and bake for 20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over cooled brownie layer. Swirl in caramel sauce.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-50 minutes or until the edges are set. Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- For caramel sauce: Heat granulated sugar until melted; whisk in butter then slowly add heavy cream while stirring.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg