Description
This Brownie Cheesecake is a rich, layered dessert that combines a fudgy brownie base with a creamy cheesecake topping, swirled with chocolate and baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir in chocolate chips. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining sugar, egg, sour cream, and vanilla. Beat until creamy.
- Spread brownie batter into the pan. Pour cheesecake mixture on top and swirl if desired.
- Tap pan gently to remove air bubbles. Bake for 45–55 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
- Let cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Remove from pan, slice with a clean knife, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make sure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature to prevent lumps.
- Use a hot knife wiped clean between slices for perfect presentation.
- For extra richness, drizzle with ganache or serve with berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Brownie Cheesecake, layered dessert, chocolate cheesecake, easy cheesecake brownie