Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Brownie Bottom Cheesecake recipe. A decadent brownie base topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, this dessert is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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For the brownie base:
- 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 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings:
- chocolate ganache
- whipped cream
- fresh berries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
- Mix brownie base: In a bowl, combine melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Bake brownie base: Pour batter into pan and bake for 15 minutes. Cool slightly.
- Prepare cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Layer and bake: Pour cheesecake mixture over brownie layer. Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Serve: Add desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth mixture.
- For easier slicing, warm the knife under hot water between cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
