Description
Rich, fudgy brownie meets creamy cheesecake topped with buttery caramel in this showstopping Caramel Brownie Cheesecake—an indulgent, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Brownie Mix (plus ingredients on box: usually 2 eggs, 1/2 cup oil, 1/4 cup water)
- 16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- Pinch of Sea Salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and lightly grease.
- Combine Ingredients: Prepare brownie mix as directed. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add vanilla, eggs, and flour.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour brownie batter into pan and smooth evenly.
- Assemble the Dish: Gently layer cheesecake mixture over brownie base. Tap pan to release air bubbles.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake 45–50 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly. Let cool 1 hour in open oven.
- Finishing Touches: Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Drizzle with caramel just before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice with a warm knife. Garnish with sea salt or chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- Let all ingredients come to room temperature for a smooth cheesecake layer.
- Don’t overbake—slightly jiggly center is ideal.
- Use high-quality caramel for best results.
- Chill overnight for perfect slicing and flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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