Description
Cosmic brownie cheesecake merges nostalgic chocolate treats with creamy dessert indulgence. Colorful sprinkles and rich chocolate layers create a playful dessert experience for passionate bakers who crave childhood memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 680 grams (24 oz) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 226 grams (8 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams (7 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 grams (7 oz) heavy cream
- 183 grams (6.5 oz) granulated sugar
- 150 grams (5.3 oz) bittersweet chocolate
- 140 grams (5 oz) granulated sugar
- 140 grams (5 oz) sour cream, room temperature
- 76 grams (2.7 oz) unsalted butter
- 62 grams (2.2 oz) all-purpose flour
- 27 grams (0.95 oz) cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsps candy-coated chocolate pieces
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F and wrap a springform pan with aluminum foil, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- Brownie Base Creation: Melt bittersweet chocolate and butter, then combine with sugar, eggs, and vanilla until pale and fluffy. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just incorporated.
- Initial Baking: Transfer brownie batter to prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely while reducing oven temperature to 325°F and positioning a water bath on the bottom rack.
- Cheesecake Filling Assembly: Cream cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Incorporate melted semi-sweet chocolate, vanilla, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold in sour cream and minimally mix in eggs.
- Cheesecake Baking Process: Pour filling over cooled brownie crust, smoothing the surface. Bake 60-70 minutes until edges set but center remains slightly jiggly. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let rest for one hour.
- Cooling and Setting: Allow cheesecake to cool at room temperature for another hour, then refrigerate overnight.
- Ganache Finishing: Create ganache by pouring heated heavy cream over chocolate chips, whisking to a glossy texture. Refrigerate for one hour to thicken.
- Final Decoration: Remove cheesecake from pan, spread ganache evenly, and garnish with candy-coated chocolate pieces. Slice and serve the decadent dessert.
Notes
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to develop deep, rich flavors and allow the texture to set perfectly.
- Gentle Mixing Matters: Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent air bubbles and maintain a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Water Bath Technique: Use a water bath to ensure even baking and prevent cracks in the cheesecake’s surface.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring cream cheese, eggs, and other dairy ingredients to room temperature for smoother blending and better texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg