Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Brownie Bottom Cheesecake recipe. A decadent combination of rich brownie layer topped with creamy cheesecake, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. This show-stopping treat is sure to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Layer:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Chocolate ganache or whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Prepare Brownie Layer: Make the brownie batter according to the package directions. Pour into the pan and bake for 20 minutes.
- Make Cheesecake Layer: In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream. Pour over brownie layer.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until set. Cool in the oven with the door cracked open.
- Chill: Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Top and Serve: Add toppings like chocolate ganache, whipped cream, or berries before serving.
Notes
- Line the pan with foil for a water bath.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
