Description
Rich chocolate brownies create a luxurious base for creamy cheesecake, promising pure indulgence. Layers of intense flavor and silky texture blend together, inviting you to savor each decadent bite of this irresistible dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
Brownie Layer:
- 1 standard box of brownie mix
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) water
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup (133 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) sour cream, room temperature
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ cup hot fudge sauce or chocolate ganache for serving
Instructions
- Craft the brownie foundation by blending brownie mix with oil, water, and eggs according to package instructions. Pour batter into a prepared springform pan and bake until the surface sets.
- Cream the softened cream cheese until silky and aerated, gradually incorporating granulated sugar to create a smooth mixture.
- Integrate flour, vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy whipping cream into the cream cheese blend, ensuring a uniform consistency.
- Gently fold eggs into the cheesecake mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a delicate texture.
- Reduce oven temperature after initial brownie layer baking. Carefully layer the cheesecake mixture atop the partially baked brownie base, spreading evenly.
- Bake the layered dessert, then implement a gradual cooling technique by keeping the cheesecake in the switched-off oven with the door initially closed, then slightly ajar.
- Allow the cheesecake to reach room temperature naturally, then refrigerate for thorough chilling.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until forming stiff, luxurious peaks just before serving.
- Embellish the chilled cheesecake with freshly whipped cream and a decadent chocolate drizzle, then slice and indulge in the rich, multi-textured dessert.
Notes
- This decadent dessert combines the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the creamy smoothness of classic cheesecake.
- Precise baking temperatures and timing are crucial for achieving the perfect texture and preventing cracks in the cheesecake.
- Mixing ingredients by hand for the final egg additions helps prevent overbeating and ensures a silky-smooth cheesecake filling.
- The gradual cooling process inside the oven prevents sudden temperature changes that can cause cracking or uneven texture.
- Chilling the cheesecake for 2-3 hours allows the flavors to meld and helps the dessert set to the ideal consistency.
- Homemade whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce elevate this dessert from delicious to absolutely irresistible.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg