Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with this Caramel Brownie Cheesecake recipe. A rich brownie crust is topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, drizzled with caramel, and sprinkled with pecans for a decadent treat.
Ingredients
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Brownie Base:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients called for on box)
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Brownie Base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Make brownie mix according to package instructions and pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream until combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour cheesecake batter over partially baked brownie base. Bake for 45–50 minutes, then cool for 15 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Spread caramel sauce over the top, sprinkle with pecans, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Drizzle with more caramel before serving.
Notes
- For extra decadence, swirl caramel into the cheesecake batter before baking.
- Consider using homemade brownies for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
