Description
A rich fudgy brownie meets the silky tang of classic cheesecake in this indulgent dessert mashup.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Optional for garnish: Whipped cream, Chocolate curls or shavings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Stir in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, scraping down the bowl as needed. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Blend in vanilla and sour cream until the mixture is silky and free of lumps. Pour this filling over the slightly cooled brownie layer, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set but still with a slight jiggle. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Heat the heavy cream until steaming, then pour it over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Spread the ganache evenly over the chilled cheesecake.
- Garnish with whipped cream or chocolate curls if desired. Slice with a hot, clean knife and serve.
Notes
To prevent cracks, ensure ingredients are at room temperature and cool the cheesecake gradually.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: brownie, cheesecake, dessert, indulgent, chocolate