Brownie Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this brownie cheesecake! A rich, fudgy brownie base topped with creamy cheesecake for a decadent treat.
Ingredients
- For the Brownie Layer:
- - 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- - 1 cup granulated sugar
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- - 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 1/2 cup sour cream
- - **For the Chocolate Ganache Optional Topping:**
- - 1/2 cup heavy cream
- - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the Brownie Layer:
- - In a bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar.
- - Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until combined.
- - Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- - Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
- - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- - Add eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream, mixing until combined.
- - Pour cheesecake mixture over the partially baked brownie layer.
- - Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.
- Prepare the Ganache (Optional):
- - Heat heavy cream until warm, then pour over chocolate chips.
- - Stir until smooth and let cool slightly before spreading over cheesecake.
- - Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.