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Caramel Brownie Cheesecak

Caramel Brownie Cheesecak

This Caramel Brownie Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate and caramel lovers! Featuring a rich fudgy brownie base, a silky cheesecake layer, and a drizzle of golden caramel, this dessert is pure indulgence in every bite. Perfect for holidays, parties, or weekend baking, it combines the best of chocolate caramel cheesecake and brownie cheesecake bars in one irresistible recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Brownie Base:
  • ½ cup 115 g unsalted butter
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup 65 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 60 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Cheesecake Layer:
  • 16 oz 450 g cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Caramel Topping:
  • ½ cup 120 ml caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • Pinch of sea salt optional, for salted caramel flavor
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Make the Brownie Layer:
  4. Melt the butter in a saucepan, remove from heat, and whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until smooth and thick. Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan.
  5. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
  6. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the brownie layer.
  7. Swirl & Bake:
  8. Spoon the remaining brownie batter on top and swirl gently with a knife for a marbled effect. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the cheesecake is just set in the middle.
  9. Cool & Add Caramel:
  10. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt or chopped nuts if desired.
  11. Chill & Serve:
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve chilled and enjoy the layers of chocolate and caramel perfection!

Notes

  • Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
  • For a salted caramel brownie twist, sprinkle sea salt just before serving.
  • Make ahead — it tastes even better after a night in the fridge!
  • Replace butter with browned butter for a brown butter cheesecake depth of flavor.
  • Want a quick version? Try a no bake caramel cheesecake by using crushed brownie crumbs as the base and chilling overnight.