Description
A delightful treat that marries rich brownie with smooth cheesecake, perfect for gatherings or a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold until just combined and pour into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy, gradually adding sugar, then eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the brownie base and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely at room temperature then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For a richer taste, mix in chocolate chips or nuts into the brownie batter, or add flavors like lemon zest to the cheesecake. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg