This rich and smooth Caramel Brownie Cheesecake features a dense brownie base topped with a creamy cheesecake filled with sweet caramel swirls.
Servings 12servings
Course Celebration, Dessert, Party
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Ingredients
Brownie Base
1packagebrownie mix (use the additional ingredients as directed on the package)
Cheesecake Layer
24ouncescream cheese, softenedUse room temperature for smooth batter.
1cupgranulated sugar
1teaspoonvanilla extract
3largeeggsAdd at room temperature.
1/4cupsour creamCan substitute with Greek yogurt.
1/4cupheavy cream
1/2cupcaramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling on top)Use for swirls on top.
Whipped creamfor servingGarnish before serving.
Chocolate shavingsfor servingGarnish before serving.
Method
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Prepare the brownie batter as per the package instructions and pour it into the prepared pan. Bake according to the package directions.
Allow the brownie base to cool completely before adding the cheesecake layer.
Cheesecake Layer
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth, about 2 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract, eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream. Blend until completely smooth.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled brownie base, then drizzle half of the caramel sauce on top. Use a knife to gently swirl the caramel into the batter.
Baking
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven for about an hour.
After cooling, let the cheesecake cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
Slice with a hot, clean knife and serve chilled, adding extra caramel, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings on top.