Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Caramel Brownie Cheesecake! A rich and fudgy brownie base is topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, finished with a swirl of decadent caramel sauce. This layered dessert combines the best of both worlds, perfect for any special occasion or a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the bottom of the springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared brownie batter in the pan.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake layer and use a knife to gently swirl it for a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is almost set (it may still jiggle slightly but should not be liquid).
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely in the pan. Then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (preferably overnight) before removing from the springform pan and serving.
Notes
- Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating to avoid cracking.
- If you prefer a thicker caramel swirl, add more caramel sauce or drizzle some over the top before serving.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a bit of espresso powder to the brownie batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- You can serve this with extra whipped cream or caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: caramel cheesecake, brownie cheesecake, caramel dessert, cheesecake with brownie base, caramel swirl, easy cheesecake recipe, layered cheesecake