Caramel Brownie Cheesecake: The Indulgent Treat You Deserve
This Caramel Brownie Cheesecake is the indulgent treat you deserve, combining a rich brownie base with a creamy caramel cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla and mix until well combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the brownie base and smoothen the top.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the cheesecake layer and use a knife to swirl it together slightly.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Feel free to add more caramel sauce on top for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg