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Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake | A Decadent Dessert to Celebrate

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A stunning layered cake with a fudgy brownie base, creamy cheesecake center, and optional ganache or frosting. Perfect for birthdays and chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter

  • 4 oz dark chocolate, chopped

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch (optional)

Optional Ganache:

  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 tbsp butter (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.

  • For the brownie base: melt butter and chocolate. Whisk in sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Fold in flour, cocoa, and salt. Bake for 20–22 minutes and let cool slightly.

  • For cheesecake: beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, then sour cream and vanilla. Pour over brownie layer.

  • Place springform pan in water bath. Bake for 45–50 minutes until center is slightly jiggly. Cool gradually, then refrigerate 4+ hours.

  • For ganache: heat cream, pour over chocolate, stir smooth. Spread over chilled cake. Decorate with sprinkles or berries.

Notes

  • Use boxed brownie mix if short on time.

  • Add peanut butter, Oreos, or berries for variations.

  • Store covered in fridge for up to 5 days.

Find it online: https://thefoodaunt.com/chocolate-brownie-cheesecake-a-decadent-dessert-to-celebrate/